Early Childhood Educator

Mochildcareaware; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mochildcareaware is seeking caregivers to support children across schools, businesses, private homes, and daycare facilities. You will help with dressing, feeding, monitoring safety, and guiding emotional and social development.

You will read to children, supervise play, and assist with basic schoolwork and activities. Role involves maintaining clean environments, preparing meals, and communicating daily with parents about activities, behavior, and progress.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or educational settings is required.
• Discussion of child development with parents or guardians is expected.
• Foods or meals are prepared.
• Administrative or clerical tasks may be performed.

Responsibilities

• Foster emotional and social development of children.
• Care for children in settings such as group homes, nursery schools, private businesses, or schools.
• Sanitize toys and play equipment for a safe environment.
• Discipline children and guide behavior and organization.
• Inform parents about signs of developmental issues.
• Observe and monitor children's play activities.
• Keep records of daily observations, meals, medications, and activities.
• Teach health, personal habits, and basic routines to children.
• Read to children and lead simple arts, crafts, and songs.
• Maintain order in activity areas and organize materials.
• Support in-house child-care operations within businesses.
• Prepare bottles and formulas as needed.
• Dress children and assist with toilet needs.
• Help with homework and school work as appropriate.
• Perform housekeeping tasks such as laundry and dishwashing.
• Accompany children to and from school, outings, and appointments.
• Provide safe supervision during play and outings.
• Communicate with parents about daily activities and concerns.
• Offer meals and refreshments and ensure children's well-being.
• Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans.

Job description

Mochildcareaware is seeking caregivers to support children across schools, businesses, private homes, and daycare facilities. You will help with dressing, feeding, monitoring safety, and guiding emotional and social development.

You will read to children, supervise play, and assist with basic schoolwork and activities. Role involves maintaining clean environments, preparing meals, and communicating daily with parents about activities, behavior, and progress.