Child Care Site Assistant - Safe, Engaging After-School Care

Hamilton County Schools; Apison (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking individuals for the School Age Child Care Program. The role provides supervised care before/after school and during summer, creating a safe, nurturing environment and engaging activities.

Responsibilities emphasize professionalism, safety, collaboration with staff, compliance with policies, and timely communication. Must have a HS diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid cert, and be 18+.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in child care or early childhood education preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid CPR and First Aid Certification
• Must be 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervised care and a safe, nurturing environment for children before school, after school, during summer vacation, or at other scheduled times.
• Plans, coordinates, conducts, and/or participates in indoor/outdoor activities appropriate for each age group.
• Communicates through proper channels to keep supervisor informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature.
• Responds to emergencies; provides first aid or basic medical care as needed and dispenses medications per directions.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and food items; follows safety procedures and reports hazards.
• Travels to other school locations as directed by area supervisors for staffing needs.

Skills

Positive relationship development

Discipline strategies

Judgment in conflicts

Age-18+

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking individuals for the School Age Child Care Program. The role provides supervised care before/after school and during summer, creating a safe, nurturing environment and engaging activities.

Responsibilities emphasize professionalism, safety, collaboration with staff, compliance with policies, and timely communication. Must have a HS diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid cert, and be 18+.