Child Care Paraprofessional

School District 27J; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

School District 27J in Brighton, Colorado, offers after-school and BOOST Child Care programs for kindergarten through fifth grade. The role involves supervising students, developing activities, collecting tuition, and ensuring a safe, clean environment after school hours.

The position is part-time (Tuesday–Friday, 3:00pm–5:00pm) with a starting hourly rate of $18.58, dependent on experience. CPR/First Aid and annual child care training are required shortly after hire, with district updates

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required within 1 month after hire.
• 15 clock hours of Child Care training required annually.
• Operating knowledge of computer and copy machine preferred.
• Operating knowledge of die cut machine, VCR/TV, paper cutter, hole puncher, microwave, coffeepot, hot plate, and iron required within 1 month after hire.
• Communication, basic writing, interpersonal, basic reading, behavior management, and child care skills.
• Ability to deal, empathize, and have patience with children and children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students, ensuring a safe, healthy, and secure environment.
• Assist in planning and preparing materials for daily activities.
• Assist children with homework.
• Prepare and clean-up after snacks. Ensure good hygiene is followed during snack time.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment for children by cleaning the facility, sanitizing surfaces, and putting toys and games away.
• Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss issues and concerns about children and to get updates regarding changes within the District.
• Receive tuition payments from parents when necessary. In addition, handout and receive registration materials.

Skills

Communication

Basic writing

Interpersonal skills

Basic reading

Behavior management

Child care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

First Aid and CPR certifications

15 clock hours of Child Care training annually

Tools

Die cut machine

VCR/TV

Paper cutter

Hole puncher

Microwave

Coffeepot

Hot plate

Iron

Job description

DESCRIPTION:

Care for kindergarten through fifth grade students in the Before/After School and BOOST Child Care program, including developing and conducting activities, supervising students, and collecting fees. Ensure a safe, healthy, and secure environment for children.

SALARY:

Classified Grade H, starting at $18.58 depending on recent relevant experience. Tuesday-Friday 3:00pm-5:00pm. Not eligible for benefits.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise students, ensuring a safe, healthy, and secure environment.
• Assist in planning and preparing materials for daily activities.
• Assist children with homework.
• Prepare and clean-up after snacks. Ensure good hygiene is followed during snack time.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment for children by cleaning the facility, sanitizing surfaces, and putting toys and games away.
• Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss issues and concerns about children and to get updates regarding changes within the District.
• Receive tuition payments from parents when necessary. In addition, handout and receive registration materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required within 1 month after hire.
• 15 clock hours of Child Care training required annually.
• Operating knowledge of computer and copy machine preferred.
• Operating knowledge of die cut machine, VCR/TV, paper cutter, hole puncher, microwave, coffeepot, hot plate, and iron required within 1 month after hire.
• Communication, basic writing, interpersonal, basic reading, behavior management, and child care skills.
• Ability to deal, empathize, and have patience with children and children with special needs.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to pass a Colorado and Federal Bureau of Investigation background check.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Experience working with children.

Please Note: All posted vacancies in the District close at 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time.

All 27J postings close at 4:00 Mountain Time.

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