Bright Start Child Care Aide: Support & Play

Johnson County Community College; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Community College is seeking a dedicated childcare assistant for the Hiersteiner Child Development Center. The role involves supporting designated groups of young children, assisting with daily routines, and contributing to a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

The position requires a High School Diploma and up to 3 years of related experience, plus required certifications. JCCC emphasizes compliance with state licensing and federal program standards while fostering continuous

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 0-3 years of related experience.
• Active Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Health Assessment and TB Test, Child Development, Signs and Symptoms of Illness, Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporting, Fingerprint Based Background Check. (HCDC will assist in obtaining required certifications within the first 30 days of employment)

Responsibilities

• Engage with the children; teach, change diapers and potty train, lead group and outside time, set up meals, conduct rest time, and lead social play activities.
• Uphold and follow all HCDC, Kansas Department of Health and Environment childcare licensing, the Child and Adult Federal Food Program regulations, and National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation requirements.
• Assist with the implementation of the lesson plans, activities, or classroom activities.
• Maintain a positive and professional work environment with colleagues and families.
• Remain current on Early Childhood Education trends and best practices.
• Establish and maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment.
• Maintain an organized learning environment to maximize student time on tasks.
• Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Johnson County Community College is seeking a dedicated childcare assistant for the Hiersteiner Child Development Center. The role involves supporting designated groups of young children, assisting with daily routines, and contributing to a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

The position requires a High School Diploma and up to 3 years of related experience, plus required certifications. JCCC emphasizes compliance with state licensing and federal program standards while fostering continuous