Childcare Assistant Job Description
Childcare assistant
provides for the safety and supervision of children according to DFPS (Texas Department of Family and Protective Services), NAEYC accreditation standards (National Association for the Education for Young Children), and Early Head Start Performance Standards.
Childcare Assistant Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Call childcare facilities/farmers/distributors to make contact and arrange for in-person visits
Travel to one of 10 countries to conduct interviews with childcare facilities/farmers/distributors and collect other data (ex
Transcribe and analyze interview data to identify major themes, and to compile a data base about local food procurement activities
Prepare Extension outreach presentations and materials (train-the-trainer) to assist Extension agents and other service providers in supporting childcare facilities/farmers/distributors in local food procurement activities
Mondays from 9-4
Mondays or Friday 9 am – 5 pm
Assist three school aged children with their homeschool work
Ensures per diem staff follow all policies, STARS standards, DPW regulations & individual classroom expectations in the absence of lead teacher/group supervisor
Assist the Lead Teacher/Group Supervisor in the care of the children through the co-ordination and participation of age appropriate lesson plans for the children in the assigned primary group as set forth by the requirements of STARS
Assists in storing learning materials in labeled open bins to promote accessibility
Childcare Assistant Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Childcare Assistant
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: II, DEEC, EEC, CPR
Education for Childcare Assistant
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the childcare assistant job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Early Childhood Special Education, Education, Teaching, Early Childhood, Sciences, Associates, Technical, Communication
Skills for Childcare Assistant
Desired skills for childcare assistant include:
Age appropriate activities for children in PreK – 12 grades
Child growth and development
Instructional procedures and practices applicable to students in PreK - 12
Policies of the District
Kids through their schooling
NAEYC criteria
Early childhood education and best practices
Family studies
Public education
CACFP policies
Desired experience for childcare assistant includes:
AS in child related field with 12 semester hours in ECE and one year programmatic experience OR
A CDA with two years of programmatic experience and one year staff supervisory experience
One year managerial or supervisory experience
Childcare experience a job description
Bachelors degree with 12 credits in early childhood, child development or related field and one year of full time teaching experience in a child day care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program and one year of experience supervising staff OR
Associates degree in early childhood or related field with NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential and two years of full time teaching experience in a child day care center family or group family day care home or other early childhood program and two years of experience supervising staff
Childcare Assistant Examples
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Childcare Assistant Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a childcare assistant. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for childcare assistant
- Prepares and serves meals and refreshments according to Child and Adult Food Program guidelines while encouraging independence
- Follows hand washing protocol for self and the children
- Assists with cleaning duties both inside and outside the classroom including the hallway, staff bathroom and playground
- Follows safe sleep practices for children under the age of 1 year
- Completes and submits documentation of all injuries and illnesses as mandated by STARS
- Transitions children to and from classroom settings
- Transitions completed portfolio to another classroom/educational setting within one week of admission
- Assists in the transitions of children by arranging child visits to the new classroom on a regular basis with increasing time during the transition period
- Displays a mechanism to welcome the new child/family to the classroom
- Welcomes the new family by answering any questions the family may have
Qualifications for childcare assistant
- CDA or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Willingness to attain mandated Director requirements (Texas Directors License)
- MUST be able to pass an extensive background check
- Updates classroom postings with new child information regarding schedules for eating and napping allergies and other medical needs
- Assists in the labeling of cubbies/mailboxes prior to first day of care in new classroom
- Completes and obtains parental signature on the objective observation tool within 45 days of program entry
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Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of childcare assistant. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for childcare assistant
- In cooperation with the Lead Teacher, refer and discuss with the Program Director children in need of special services
- Meet with the Lead Teacher to complete and discuss performance evaluation and goals
- Assume the responsibility of the Lead Teacher role when the Lead Teacher is absent
- Attend and participate in staff and other meetings
- Provide documentation of qualifications
- Perform other related duties as required or assigned by the Director or Supervisor of Early Childhood Education
- Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed including teacher, cook and/or drive
- Recruiting throughout the community
- Onboarding through coordinating our first 100 days training program
- Training all staff within the center on a monthly basis
Qualifications for childcare assistant
- Child Abuse Clearance, Criminal Background Clearance
- A complete application will include a Cover Letter and a Resume
- EEC D1 & D2 Certification
- EEC certified
- Must meet department of early education and care and NAEYC requirements
- Certification in first aid and CPR or complete within 3 months of employment
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a childcare assistant. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for childcare assistant
- Recording attendance
- Attending mandatory meetings
- Completing all forms and documentation related to the course and all documentation required by the College
- Be energetic and professional in a small office environment
- Serve as primary administrative support to management staff
- Provide administration and clerical support in a variety of areas
- Answer incoming calls and make outbound inquiries
- Enter information into database as needed
- Separate and distribute mail to appropriate personnel
- Attend office meetings and run office errands
Qualifications for childcare assistant
- Some Youth Leadership, Childcare
- Ability to guide instructional plans for homework, arts or crafts and computer skills
- Ability to assist with the implementation of a specialized instructional program
- Ability to watch and redirect inappropriate student behavior
- Ability to work effectively with children and adults
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or previous equivalent)
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of childcare assistant. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for childcare assistant
- Required English Skills
- Advanced oral skills
- Ability to respond appropriately to customer/co-worker
- Interaction with a wide variety of people
- Ability to communicate only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information
- Ability to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor
Qualifications for childcare assistant
- Comprehensive time management and organisational skills and have the ability to plan and organise work in accordance with priories
- Highly developed clerical and administrative skills
- Skills in general principles of specific conditions in child care
- Must be at least 21 years of age and able to drive center vehicles
- Must be able to work flexible hours and assignments
- Food Handler Training and Certificate
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a childcare assistant. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for childcare assistant
- Requires sitting, bending, crawling, climbing, twisting, kneeling, reaching continuously, Frequent walking, standing, grasping and fine hand manipulation
- Presently large childcare center director qualified per current State of Colorado Child Care Licensing Rules and Regulations
- 1 year of professional level experience (working in a lead position at a licensed childcare facility)
- Master’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree required, in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Meet Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (DEEC) Director II certification
- 3 to 5 years of experience in management/leadership role
Qualifications for childcare assistant
- Pass criminal background check through Utah Department of Health
- Knowledge or training of developmentally appropriate practices for working with young children
- Ability to supervise multiple children in demanding, fast-paced environment
- Reliable, punctual and committed to keeping assigned schedule
- One-year experience working with children in a professional setting
- College credits in early childhood education, early childhood development or related courses