Daycare Worker

JUNTA DE ACCION PUERTORRIQUENA INC; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 28,157; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

JUNTA DE ACCION PUERTORRIQUENA INC is hiring a Daycare Worker for its New Brunswick location. This full-time role involves working closely with infants and toddlers while ensuring compliance with state licensing standards. The candidate must possess an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and have prior teaching experience in early childhood settings.

The position offers a starting salary range of $28,000 to $28,157 per year along with benefits including health and dental insurance. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Two years teaching experience with an early childhood program.
• Experience working with low-income/urban population.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and students; conduct lesson plans.
• Create an environment of trust and respect for all students.
• Maintain records of students’ allergy information and safety.
• Participate in professional development and staff meetings.

Skills

Classroom management

Child development knowledge

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

New Jersey Paraprofessional Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Location: PICC NB - New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $28,000.00 - $28,157.00 per year

Reports To: Site Director, Early Childhood Programs

About PRAB

The Puerto Rican Action Board (PRAB) is a comprehensive human services organization in Middlesex County, New Jersey. We provide a range of essential services for children, youth, families, and senior citizens, delivering need‑based assistance to low‑ and moderate‑income residents of Central New Jersey and acting as advocates for those seeking to live productive, self‑sufficient lives.

Position Overview

The PIC‑C Daycare Worker has a basic understanding of NJ Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing standards and expectations and child development. The candidate has good classroom management skills and understands developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers. They are knowledgeable of internal systems used for general program operations, practices and procedures and work closely with the Site Director to meet program and organizational goals. The role requires thriving in a fast‑paced, complex, dynamic environment, promoting entrepreneurship, creative problem‑solving, and respect and compassion for staff members and the populations PRAB serves.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and students; understand instructional goals; plan and prepare for coherent instruction with supervision.
• Create an environment of trust and respect.
• Apply strategies to assist inclusion of students in various settings, promote student independence, and reinforce positive behavior.
• Maintain records of students’ allergy information and ensure center’s compliance in meal service; follow center’s Crisis Management Plan and procedures.
• Employ constructive communication strategies and approaches with students, staff, and the greater school community; use questioning and discussion; engage students in learning.
• Reflect on practice; document student learning; maintain positive relationships; participate in professional opportunities; show integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality; display a positive work ethic; ensure confidentiality to all children and families; collaborate with staff and supervisors.
• Grow professionally and participate in the school’s professional learning community; attend staff meetings and other required meetings; demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance and punctuality; perform other duties as assigned by Site Director or Senior Director of Early Childhood Programs.
• Follow NJ state requirement as per NJ Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing, Chapter 122 Manual of Requirement for Child Care Centers; follow Center policy for discipline and care of students in accordance with DYFS and PRAB manual & procedures; insure compliance with PRAB rules, regulations, and procedures per PRAB Employee Handbook.
• Interact positively with children regularly; ensure safety and well‑being of students at all times; manage student drop‑off and pick‑up; organize classroom ensuring contract compliance; create weekly lesson plans/activities; conduct evaluations and record student progress; participate in parent/teacher conferences and maintain all records and reports of attendance, accident/injury/unusual incident; participate in after‑hour meetings, workshops, and activities as needed.
• Assist training other teacher assistants; report any indications of child abuse or neglect to Site Director; perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Fully committed to PRAB’s vision, mission, and strategic goals and outcomes.
• Basic knowledge of children’s physical, emotional, and developmental patterns.
• Basic knowledge of general learning theories and curriculum development alternatives.
• Sensitivity for individual and group needs of children and a joyful approach.
• Evidence of emotional maturity and stability.
• Security and judgment to handle crisis situations.
• Seek supervision constructively; create a positive and appropriate discipline atmosphere.
• Communicate effectively with parents.
• Collaborate with a fast‑paced, highly interactive staff; work effectively in a team setting; handle diverse groups; manage multiple tasks effectively under pressure.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Bilingual English/Spanish recommended.
• Demonstrated maturity, integrity, and sound judgment.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Stand, sit, walk frequently; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Work in a busy and occasionally noisy environment typical to a school setting.

Compensation and Hours

• Full‑time, non‑exempt, hourly position.
• Salary based on a pre‑established range and commensurate with experience.
• Includes some early evening and weekend work hours.
• Benefits include paid employee health and dental insurance (some employee contribution required); voluntary vision and retirement plans are also available; paid time off includes sick, personal days, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field or New Jersey Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Two years teaching experience with an early childhood program.
• Experience working with low‑income/urban population.
• Preferably bilingual Spanish/English.

PRAB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER