Part time Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Whiz Kids Child Development Center is a Center-based facility that's family-oriented, boasting over 30 years of experience since its establishment in 1987. We're proud to be NAEYC accredited, offering spacious, open classrooms and a large outdoor setting that embodies our commitment to the "Creative Curriculum.

We're on the hunt for a dynamic, motivated, and nurturing part-time caregiver to join our team! This individual will help create a warm and caring environment that stimulates the development and growth of our children in various age groups, including infant, toddler, preschool, and school age.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 2:30-5:30 PM

Implement age-appropriate activities and work collaboratively as part of a team

Tend to children's basic needs

Mediate conflict between children

Provide written progress reports and engage in daily communications with parents to track children's progress

Model appropriate behaviors

Foster effective staff/parent communication

Ensure the implementation of the center's philosophies and policies

Attend all staff meetings, continuing education, and center events

Maintain state-mandated staff/student ratio at all times

Prior experience working with young children, preferably within a similar setting

Clear criminal record

Physically fit and able to lift up to 30 pounds

Warm, approachable disposition

Medication certified per CT requirements

First aid certified per CT requirements

CPR certified per CT requirements