Nursery Care Attendant Part Time

Salary: $19.02 - $24.08 Hourly
Location : Walnut Valley Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Child Care

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

This is position is for our afterschool care program, the hours vary between 3 to 6 hours per day.
Under supervision of the Child Care or Preschool Site Supervisor, provide a safe and caring environment for children by providing structured supervision, supporting, planning, and conducting a variety of enrichment opportunities through play, craft, and physical activities and special projects; support social and emotional well-being of children. The Program Attendant serves the District's preschool, elementary, and middle school children.

Perform a variety of tasks related to operation of the program, including opening program classrooms, setting up centers, preparing materials, attendance reporting, and clean-up activities
Supervise children on field trips
Provide appropriate social/emotional support to all children
Provide children with activity and/or homework support
Assist children of varying ages and developmental needs
Review activity plans, set up, and arrange equipment for game, craft, special project, and team sport activities
Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly environment by performing a variety of cleaning and housekeeping functions and equipment/grounds safety checks
Prepare, distribute, and assist children with simple meals and snacks
Receive, organize, and maintain various program supplies, equipment, and materials
Provide routine first aid and contact police, fire, and emergency medical services as required
Guide children with self-care, hygiene, and toileting needs/accidents. Preschool Only: Diapering (non-potty-trained preschool children)
Participate in Professional Development opportunities offered by department, school site, and District that are held during employee's work hours and work year
Communicate effectively in oral and written form with children, parents, and staff
Operate basic computer, program software, and other electronic devices
Basic concepts of child growth, development, and behavior management strategies and techniques
Recreation games, crafts, and team sports activities
Equipment, materials, and supplies used in childcare program activities
Equity, access, and inclusion practices as it relates to program participants
Work cooperatively with adults and children
Promotes team building and a positive work environment of belonging as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility
Suggest procedural improvements to Child Care/Preschool Site Supervisor
Maintain a high level of professionalism and safeguard confidential student and staff information
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may qualify. One year of paid or volunteer experience working with various age groups of children in an educational setting is preferred.
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field is preferred.
Engage in moderate physical activity, working in both indoor and outdoor environments throughout day
Stand and walk for extended periods (greater than one hour) while supervising children and facilitating physical activities, including running/jogging, to ensure safety during play
Sit on floor and participate in classroom activities
Ability to grasp, reach, push, and pull classroom and outdoor equipment, aids, and supplies
Lift, carry, and transport program supplies and materials
Demonstrate sufficient arm, hand, and finger dexterity to operate tools, laptop/desktop computer, multimedia tools, and other program/office equipment
Actively participate in playful playground activities with children
Utilize sufficient hearing and speaking abilities to professionally project voice and communicate effectively with staff and students in both group and one-on-one settings
Maintain visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens, observe and monitor children and environment for safety
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisor or by law.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS :

An employment application and job description can be obtained either ONLINE at or at the District Office. If you need assistance, please call Daniel Palma, Human Resources Specialist at View phone number on click.appcast.io, ext. Permanent employees, who work in this classification and are interested in one of the current openings, may submit a Request to Transfer Form with the Division of Human Resources. Human Resources must receive the transfer request prior to the application deadline. When completing the work experience information on the application, please refer to the job requirements and qualifications, listed on the job description (a complete job description can be found on the website: or at the District Office.). Describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE which will QUALIFY you for this position. It will be used to fill current substitute and future permanent openings. It is the responsibility of the applicant to review this classification's job description, which is available online at or at the District Office. Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. Employees working less than full-time, but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits. The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 hours. In addition, the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer contributions. ACCOMMODATIONS : Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. please contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. VETERAN PREFERENCE (for entry-level positions only) : Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency will receive an additional 5 points which will be added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veteran's credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Failure to submit DD Form 214 at the time of application shall result in no veteran's credits being considered or added to any passing score.

Per Board Policy 4112.4/4212.4/4312.4, the cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the applicant.
Fingerprinting: Employees will be charged for processing their fingerprints at the time they are hired. The fingerprints are used to complete a confidential background investigation. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. Newly hired employees must pass a qualifying Medical examination given by a District-appointed physician, which includes testing for illegal controlled substances.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Of 1986: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form.

We are an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.
Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. Employees working less than full-time, but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits. The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 hours. In addition, the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer contributions.