Childcare Specialist

Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Childcare Specialist to provide support and direction for various activities within a daycare program. The role involves creating engaging lesson plans, supervising club members, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with relevant educational qualifications or experience in child-related fields. This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and completed high school.
• Hold a degree in a child-related field or have relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging lesson plans for age-appropriate programming.
• Transport club members and supervise their activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and enforce daycare policies.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Child-related Field

Early Childhood Certificate

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Childcare Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Daycare Director

Status:

❒ Exempt ❒ Non-Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The childcare specialist provides support and direction for activities within a specific program area, such as Education, Special Education, Social Recreation, Arts & Crafts, or Physical Education.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

1. Enforce the development of appropriate daycare-related policies.
2. Create engaging and enriching lesson plans for age-appropriate programming.
3. Transport club members in club vehicles during school year and summer camp.
4. Maintain confidentiality of all members participating in club programming.
5. Enforce policies set by the state licensing agency.
6. Assist with other duties as requested by the Daycare Director.
7. Able to pass all background checks required by the Department of Education.
8. Provide guidance and act as a role model/mentor to ensure conduct, safety, and development of all members.
9. Help maintain facilities and equipment to ensure a productive and clean work environment, reporting major issues to the supervisor.
10. Maintain close professional contact with staff members, supervisor, and volunteers to communicate on club operations and member needs.
11. Monitor and evaluate programs, services, and activities to ensure member safety and quality of programs and branch appearance.
12. Supervise club members to ensure continuous sight, sound, and supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Childcare Specialist shall be at least 18 years old, have completed a high school program or equivalent, and meet one of the following:

1. Hold an endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation from a college or university.
2. Have three months of programmatic experience and meet one of the following educational backgrounds:
3. A one-year early childhood certificate from a college or university consisting of at least 30 semester hours.
4. A child development credential by an organization listed in § 22.1-289.048 of the Virginia Code.
5. A teaching diploma from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization.
6. Have six months of supervised programmatic experience.

Additional skills include:

• Excellent organizational, communication, interviewing, and listening skills.
• Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications (preferred).
• Ability to effectively interact with diverse groups of parents and children.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities, or working conditions required to perform the essential duties of this position, as mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DISCLAIMER:

The information provided indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives associated with this position.