Childcare Attendant

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening families through education. As a childcare provider, you will play a pivotal role in creating a nurturing environment for adult students' children, facilitating their learning and development. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community while enjoying a supportive workplace that values collaboration and innovation. With comprehensive benefits and a mission-driven approach, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a meaningful way!

Benefits

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

401K

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in a childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides care for children, including grooming and feeding.
• Maintains a safe workplace by monitoring children's health and behavior.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Customer Service

Child Development

Conflict Resolution

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Coursework

Tools

Google Applications

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

4837 E McDowell Rd Phoenix Arizona, 85008,

The Excel Center is an adult high school that will offer a full high school curriculum to adults 18 and over, allowing students to earn an accredited high school diploma. Students will have access to academic and life coaching, child care, flexible scheduling, college credits, industry-recognized certifications, and much more - all at no cost to them.

Pay $18.00 per hour

Possession of an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required

Our Mission:

The mission of The Excel Center is to provide adults the opportunity and support to earn a high school diploma and post-secondary education while developing career paths that offer greater employment and growth opportunities. Our school will serve at-risk students who have experienced challenges in traditional academic settings, by finding ways to "meet students where they are" in their education. This is done by providing a flexible structure and supportive relationships, to help students manage work, life, and family concerns, as they achieve their educational goals.

Our Vision:

The vision of The Excel Center is to build a community where people are empowered to improve their life and family through the achievement of academic and career goals.

Position Description:
The Young Learner's Childcare Center (YLCC) is designed to provide free, temporary, short-term childcare for the adult students of the Excel Center until regular childcare is located. The YLCC is available when students are studying on-site or are in class, and will serve children up to age 12. A child may stay at the center for a maximum of 4 hours each day.

The YLCC assists in ensuring the safe and caring management of all the children entrusted to the center. This means monitoring children in the center, serving snacks, and facilitating learning opportunities for the children while in their care. Assists in keeping parents informed of policies and procedures at the center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides care for children, such as setting schedules and routines, grooming, feeding, changing diapers, and cleaning rooms and toys.
• Develops and encourages age-appropriate learning and socialization to ensure children learn basic skills and concepts, such as communication, manners, sharing, etc.
• Maintains a safe workplace by monitoring children for health, behavioral, and emotional issues and reporting concerns to staff and parents.
• Facilitates hands-on interactive learning experiences working with children directly.
• Assists in the registration process of children.
• Updates and ensures accuracy of student files.
• Maintains regular communication with parents regarding services, enrollment, scheduling or routine changes, and special events for the children.
• Assists in achieving short- and long-term goals for the center.
• Contributes ideas for the development and facilitates the execution of the curriculum and program activities.
• Participates in regular team meetings.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):

• High school diploma and/or GED required
• IVP Fingerprint card is required
• Continuing education in child development, early childhood education, or related field preferred
• 1 year of experience in a childcare setting
• Course work/training in early childhood development a plus
• Child/infant CPR certified/TB testing or willing to obtain
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Flexible, detail-oriented, ability to balance multiple tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Have the ability to juggle multiple duties and to resolve conflicts
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Has working knowledge of computer programs to perform clerical tasks: Google applications (specifically Gmail), Excel, Word and Internet Explorer
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and fingerprint clearance, where applicable for position

You will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:

• 5 Medical Plans
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 3 Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• 401K
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Individuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona at 1-833-624-0920 option 6 or [e-mail] if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at 1-833-624-0920, option 5.