Daycare Aide

Valley Christian Schools; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Christian Schools in Bellflower, CA is seeking a part-time Aide for Extended Day Care to supervise day-care groups, plan activities, check students in using an iPad, serve snacks, assist with homework, and keep the facility clean. The role includes morning devotions and campus security at day end.

Ideal candidates have experience with children, can work before/after school, and are committed to a Christian environment. CPR/First Aid certification and church membership are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an afterschool setting is desired.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work before and after school is preferred.
• CPR & First Aid certification is preferred.
• Active membership/attendance at a Protestant Christian church is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage groups of up to 30 students.
• Plan weekly grade specific activities.
• Sign students into Day Care on an iPad.
• Serve afternoon snack.
• Assist students with homework.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility.
• Morning Devotions/Prayer.
• Secure campus at end of each workday.
• Monitor playground.

Skills

Previous experience with children

Interpersonal communication

Work before/after school

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Friendly personality

Adaptable

CPR & First Aid certified

Religious commitment

Self-motivation

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Bellflower, CA 90706


• Position Type: Part Time


• Salary Range: $16.90 - $16.90 Hourly


• Job Category: Education


• Job Title: Aide- Extended Day Care


• Department: Elementary- Extended Day


• Reports to: Director- Extended Day


• Status: Non-Exempt


• Position Type: Part-Time


• Salary Range: $16.90-$16.90 per hour


• Date Updated: 10-24-2022

Purpose Statement

Day Care Staff are responsible for maintaining a safe, welcoming, Christ-centered environment for students to grow and learn. S/he will help provide childcare before & after school during the school year, and upon successful completion of the school year, may be offered a summer position. Day Care Staff also plan weekly grade specific activities. 15-18 hours per week during the school year.

Responsibilities

• Manage groups of up to 30 students


• Plan weekly grade specific activities


• Sign students into Day Care on an iPad


• Serve afternoon snack


• Assist students with homework


• Maintain cleanliness of facility


• Morning Devotions/Prayer


• Secure campus at end of each workday


• Monitor playground

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The typical work environment varies from a climate-controlled room to outside playground in various hot or cold temperatures.


• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud


• Local day travel is required during the summer

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an afterschool setting desired


• Previous experience working with children


• Ability to work before and after school preferred


• Interpersonal Communication Skills


• Ability to work with minimal supervision


• Creative


• Adaptive


• Leadership Skills


• Problem solving skills


• Mediate conflict between students


• Friendly personality


• Exhibit Fruit of the Spirit


• CPR & First Aid Certified


• Active membership/attendance at a Protestant Christian church (preferably CRC or RCA denomination) is required.


• Supports the Mission and Doctrinal Statement of Valley Christian Schools

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position involves consistently standing, walking, bending, squatting, and climbing to interact with the students


• Occasional stooping, lifting, and carrying up to 75 pounds


• Prolonged standing and walking on occasion, i.e. field trips