Child Care Worker - Full-Time

Cartwright School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartwright School District is seeking a dedicated Child Care Worker for full-time employment. The ideal candidate will provide quality childcare and instruction in a daycare setting, ensuring adherence to safety and instructional standards. A high school diploma and valid Arizona IVP fingerprint card are required, along with 6 months of experience in a licensed child care facility. This role includes responsibilities such as monitoring children's activities and preparing materials for the classroom. We offer a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Arizona IVP fingerprint card, TB test, and First Aid/CPR, Food Handlers Card.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months experience in licensed child care or Preschool facility required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist children with activities.
• Provide instruction to promote academic and social growth.
• Prepare classroom materials and activities.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and the public.

Skills

Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint card

TB test

First Aid/CPR certification

Food Handlers Card

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)

Job description

Child Care Worker - Full Time

Four Day Work Week for Scholars and Employees
Cartwright School District's motto is "One Team, Una Familia!" which reflects our dedication to treating each child as a cherished family member. We are seeking self‑motivated and experienced workers with the same dedication.

Job Goal

Incumbents are responsible for providing quality childcare and instruction in a day care setting and may be responsible for adhering to ADHS codes and statutes.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Arizona IVP fingerprint card and the TB test, and First Aid/CPR, and Food Handlers Card
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
• 6 months experience in a licensed child care or Preschool facility

Performance Responsibilities

• Monitoring and assisting children with activities.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, general public, etc., and to exchange information and receive work direction.
• Provides care and instruction to promote academic and social/emotional growth.
• Monitors children’s behavior and safety inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assists with clean‑up and other related tasks following daily activities.
• Prepares classroom for activities, including creating lessons and preparing materials.
• Creates bulletin boards, maintains materials and supplies, contacts parents and may make copies.
• May attend in‑service training sessions.
• Covers classrooms when there are staff absences.
• Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing. Incumbents may be subjected to blood and other body fluids.
• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Cartwright School District and departmental policies and procedures.
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.
• Monitoring and assisting children with activities.
• Communication, interpersonal skills for interaction with coworkers, supervisor, general public, etc., and to exchange information and receive work direction.

Terms of Employment

Reports To: Site Administrator

Location: Cartwright Employee Childcare

Supervises: NA

Calendar: 10-Month

Job Category: Classified

Beginning Salary: ESP Salary Schedule, Column A; As approved by the Governing Board

Benefits: As approved by the Governing Board

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Deadline for Application: Until filled