Caregiver

Caregiver Job DescriptionLoving Care caregivers are responsible for operations and functions of the Loving Care program.Caregivers provide supervision for all children and activities in the Loving Care program, and carry out policies, rules and regulations, functions and activities prescribed and approved by the Director, Assistant Director and building principal.Caregivers report directly to the building Site Leader, and indirectly to the Director, Assistant Director, and building principal.Provide appropriate environment and supervision for homework, rest, socialization, recreation, craft, games, and other daily activities.Work with and supervise children in a warm, positive, and caring manner.Compliment and reinforce positive student behavior. Correct misbehavior in a manner consistent with positive child development techniques and Loving Care policy.Actively engage in a variety of learning and recreational activities with children.Greet children, parents, and visitors in a warm and caring manner each day.Take accurate daily attendance, cross-referencing absences with the school office or the child's parent.Assess daily each child's state of health to determine the type and level of activity that is appropriate for the day.Supervise children on the playground, strictly enforcing all equipment rules and safety regulations.Assist the Site Leader and building custodian in maintaining cleanliness of building areas used by Loving Care students.Escort children throughout the building and supervise meal periods.Provide first aid for minor injuries, and report such injuries appropriately to the Site Leader, parent, and Director.Document and report to the Site Leader any extraordinary or unusual behavior, physical or emotional stress, signs and symptoms of physical or emotional abuse, or any other behaviors not generally encountered on a daily basis.Cooperate with Site Leader, Assistant Director, Director, and building principal to maintain good staff relations and child care practices.Keep accurate time records and submit bi-weekly to Site Leader.Attend periodic workshops and staff trainings as scheduled by the Loving Care Director.Attend periodic staff meetings to plan activities and discuss current issues.Perform other duties consistent with good childcare practices, as assigned by the Site Leader, Assistant Director, Director, or building principal. Revised 8/1/15