Child Care Provider - Part Time

Hire East Idaho; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire East Idaho in Idaho Falls is seeking a caring childcare provider to ensure the safety and well-being of children across preschool and school-age groups. You will help plan an educational curriculum and assist with weekly lesson plans for parents and the childcare manager.

The role requires clear written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. The position involves daily activities, family events, and occasional physical tasks, including

Qualifications

• Fingerprint clearance and criminal record checks.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Care for children and ensure their safety and well-being.
• Provide a loving environment.
• Prepare the physical environment for infants to school-aged children.

Skills

Fingerprint clearance

CPR & First Aid

Organizational skills

Child development understanding

Communication skills

Independent work

Confidentiality

Attention to safety

Physical stamina

Conflict resolution

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure the care, safety and well being of children
• Provide a loving environment
• Set up physical environment to meet the needs of infants, preschool or school-aged children
• Help plan an educational curriculum
• Help provide weekly lesson plans to parents and childcare Manager
• Participate in family activities, which include Christmas program, snacks with parents, summer picnic and parent appreciation nights
• Attend monthly staff training meetings
• Complete workshop training of 4 hours per year
• Responsible for closing of facility, which includes room maintenance and locking of building

Qualifications

• Fingerprint clearance and Criminal Record checks
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Organizational skills
• Demonstrated understanding of preschool and school-age children’s growth and development
• Ability to work with children warmly, calmly, and unhurriedly
• Ability to analyze problems and create solutions
• Ability to work independently and professionally
• Ability to work independently and follow through on projects
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive areas
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under stress
• Strong creativity skills
• Standing, sitting, or walking for duration of shift
• Communicate (hearing, speech and written) with individuals in person and by phone in a tactful and courteous manner
• Strong customer relation skills for all situations, including conflicts
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Pulling, stretching, bending, and lifting for duration of shift
• Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy