Child Care Staff

EnrichEd; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Child Care Discounts

College Tuition Reimbursement

Training/Professional Development

Consistent schedule

Job summary

EnrichEd in Providence, RI is seeking a part-time childcare aide to support after-school and morning programs. You will help create a safe, welcoming space and assist children with homework and activities, while promoting health and learning. Training is available, and you will collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure quality care.

The role emphasizes reliable attendance, a friendly demeanor, and strong communication, with opportunities for growth and involvement in program improvements.

Qualifications

• Willing to train the right person; experience with children preferred.
• Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.
• Must pass DCYF Clearance Request (CPS).

Responsibilities

• Work as a team to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space.
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and academic development.
• Promote physical health and provide a safe, supportive environment.
• Inspire children to be lifelong learners and assist with homework.
• Partner with school staff to maintain a safe educational setting.
• Showcase tech skills with an electronic daily tracking app.
• Support accreditation and other quality initiatives.
• Play games and have fun with the children.

Skills

Warm, friendly demeanor

Verbal and written communication

Reliable attendance

Organized and multi-tasking

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Job description

A typical day will include:

• Working as a team to provide a safe, healthy, structured, welcoming space.
• Supporting students’ social, emotional, cognitive, academic development, promoting physical health, and providing a safe and supportive environment.
• Inspiring children to be lifelong learners.
• Helping students with homework and school projects.
• Partnering with school faculty and staff to provide a safe and educational learning environment.
• Showcasing your tech savvy skills by using an electronic daily tracking app.
• Assisting with the accreditation process as well as other quality initiatives.
• Playing games and having fun!

Perks and benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401k with company match
• Child Care Discounts
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Training/Professional Development opportunities
• Consistent schedule

Our programs are open Monday – Friday before school (typically 6:30/7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) and after school (typically 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), schedules vary per program.

We also offer full day programs during school vacations, summer break, and when school is not in session.

Requirements

We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have experience working with children.

Skills

• A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Team-oriented and willing to work with others.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) or higher.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Able to engage in physical exercise with children (walking, running, crawling, bending, twisting).
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Other Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older (Teen Aide positions are available for applicants 16-18 years of age).
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English, bilingual encouraged to apply.
• Must pass national criminal background/fingerprints check.
• Must pass Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) Clearance Request (CPS).

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