Childcare Provider, KidTown, FT

Harrisonmemhosp; Cynthiana (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

Harrisonmemhosp is seeking a Childcare Provider responsible for creating a safe and stimulating environment for infants to preschoolers. This role involves promoting development through structured activities while ensuring safety and well-being.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma and strong interpersonal skills, with patience and a love for children being crucial. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and compassion for children.
• Knowledge of child development practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children.
• Develop and implement daily activities for learning.
• Maintain communication with parents and guardians.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patience, compassion, and a love for working with children

Knowledge of developmental milestones and best practices in early childhood care

Ability to multitask and respond quickly in a fast-paced environment

Dependability and commitment to safety and consistency

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Summary/Purpose

The Childcare Provider is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children ranging in age from infants to preschoolers. This role involves supporting physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through structured activities, free play, and personalized care tailored to age and developmental stage.

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children in the assigned age group
• Develop and implement age-appropriate daily activities that promote learning and development
• Feed, diaper, and attend to the hygiene needs of infants and toddlers following all health and safety protocols
• Ability to lift 40 pounds; take long walks with children; run after a child if that child is in danger; perform exercises and dance with children; participate in playground activities; alert and quick enough to monitor several children at one time
• Has patience to deal with stresses involved with childcare; dealing with unhappy infants and children crying; potty training children; aggressive children; dealing with high noise levels
• Able to hear infants cry or choke; children call for assistance; intercom messages (Emergency Procedure Notification) over noises of children; doors open
• Maintain open and positive communication with parents and guardians, providing daily updates and addressing concerns
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Encourage positive behavior and social interaction through appropriate guidance techniques
• Maintain accurate records of each child’s development, attendance, and incidents
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of classroom areas and shared spaces
• Follow all licensing regulations, center policies, and emergency procedures
• Support transitions between activities and assist children in adapting to routines
• Collaborate with other staff and participate in team meetings and training sessions

Role Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Licensure and Certifications -Post Hire

• BLS

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, compassion, and a love for working with children
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and best practices in early childhood care
• Ability to multitask and respond quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Dependability and commitment to safety and consistency
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) or coursework in Early Childhood Education
• 1–2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center or similar setting
• Experience working with both infant and preschool-aged children

Education Requirements (All)

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Department Manager

Full-Time position Monday - Friday 8a-4:30p