Child Care Assistant

Salary: $19.14 - $21.09 Hourly
Location : Camarillo, CA
Job Type: Child Care Assistant (196 days)
Job Number: 202400044
Department: Child Care Programs
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Bargaining Unit: N/A


Description
Under the direction of the Director of Child Development Programand/or an assigned designee, assist in the care, supervision and learning activities of children enrolled in a designated childcare program. Assist in daily activities; perform a variety of tasks to assist in the operation of the program.

This is a part time, after school position 3.5 hours/day.

The Child Care Assistant is the entry-level class in the classification series; incumbents hold primary responsibility for providing childcare services within program guidelines, with limited responsibility for decision making regarding program planning.

Examples of Duties

• Maintain District standards of excellent customer service and professional behavior in various and sometimes challenging situations.
• Access and monitor District email daily to receive important updates from school and District administration.
• Participate in staff development and in-service training programs as assigned.

• Support district adopted curriculum.
• Work with children who may have unique health concerns and/or learning styles.
• Assist in planning and designing activities appropriate to the goals of the program and directly supervise the activities of children; reinforce positive attitudes and social skills.
• Provide support to the Child Care Leader Set up work areas, displays and exhibits; operate audio-visual equipment; educational training equipment and distribute and collect papers and supplies.
• Observe and control behavior of children in the classroom according to approved procedures.
• Monitor children during outdoor and playground activities; assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures.

• Assist in rendering various forms of personal care such as toileting, diapering, dressing, undressing, bathing, and grooming.

• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties; maintain records; and record attendance.
• Guide children in the appropriate use of supplies, materials and equipment and may assist with homework assignments.
• Direct group activities of students as assigned.

• Participate in staff development and in-service training programs as assigned.

Employees may be assigned out-of-class work as prescribed by Merit Rules and Regulations.

Typical Qualifications


Any combination equivalent to experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Typically, this would be gained through a High school diploma or its equivalent.

Supplemental Information

The eligibility list resulting from this open/promotional recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies for 6 months. The following documents must be submitted with your application:

• Supplemental
• Resume (optional)

Employment Selection and Procedure

Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).


Open/Promotional Examinations: Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list. which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the open eligibility list.

Examination Information: Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility. A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however, they may NOT be submitted in lieu of the application. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:

• Application Screening: Qualifying
• Job Related Written/Performance Examination: 100%

The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for qualifying employees who work a minimum of 878 hours during a fiscal year:

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annually
• Professional growth opportunities
• CalPERS

01


How many years of experience do you have working with preschool or elementary aged children?

• No experience or less than one year
• One to three years' experience
• Three to five years' experience
• More than five years' experience

02


How many years of experience do you have assisting a program/site leader?

• No experience or less than one year
• Three to five years' experience
• One to three years' experience
• More than five years' experience

03


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Implement a variety of activities aimed at the interests and needs of children

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

04


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Monitor and observe the behavior of children

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

05


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Prepare, serve and clean up after snacks for children

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

06


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Provide student care activities such as: toileting, face and hand washing, manipulation of clothing and feeding

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

07


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Supervise children during activity time, playground activities, emergency drills, and field trips for the purpose of ensuring safety

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

08


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Understand and relate to young students of various ages, developmental stages, cultures and backgrounds

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

09


According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to:Use motivational techniques including positive rewards

• No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Limited ability and experience to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
• Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

10


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to assist children with eating?

• Yes
• No

11


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to assist children with personal hygiene and toileting?

• Yes
• No

12


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to assist children with washing hands and faces after play times and meals?

• Yes
• No

13


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to clean work areas to maintain a sanitary environment?

• Yes
• No

14


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to learn and assist with first aid and CPR to small children?

• Yes
• No

15


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to oversee and physically participate during play, games, outings and outdoor recreational and group activities?

• Yes
• No

16


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to participate in the preparation, clean-up and serving of food items?

• Yes
• No

17


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to work with children who may demonstrate emotional, verbal and physical outbursts?

• Yes
• No

18


This position MUST be willing to perform ALL of these required tasks and be able to work under the following conditions in order to meet the needs of children in a preschool or childcare setting. If you are unwilling to do any of these tasks, you will be disqualified from further hiring consideration or, if hired, will be immediately terminated from employment.Are you willing to provide specialized health care services to children in accordance with established procedures?

• Yes
• No

Required Question