EHS Caregiver

KCEOC Community Action Partnership; Manchester (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

KCEOC Community Action Partnership in Manchester, KY is seeking a full-time Infant/Toddler Caregiver Assistant to provide center-based care for birth to three, implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum, and collaborate with families.

Candidates need an Infant/Toddler CDA or an Associates degree, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and CPR/First Aid certification; occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Infant/Toddler CDA or Associates Degree required.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and local travel.
• Ability to meet Head Start program standards and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge of and implement the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Promote school readiness for all children.
• Understand the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
• Work cooperatively with other Child Development staff in planning, integration, and implementation of EHS/HS program services for children 0 to 5 years of age.
• Become competent in the use of designated computer programs, and use them properly in the operations of the Child Development Program.
• Compile designated reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in the annual program self‑assessment process.
• Gain a working knowledge of all programs operated by KCEOC for providing information, making referrals and delivering integrated services to clients.
• Preserve privacy of all children and families by maintaining confidentiality and security of all family information.

Skills

CPR/First Aid Certification

Head Start knowledge

Education

Infant/Toddler CDA or Associates Degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Paces Creek Center - Manchester, KY 40962

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Infant/Toddler CDA or Associates Degree

Salary Range: $14.70 - $15.44 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Occasionally

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Child Development Early Head Start

Caring for children birth to three in a center based setting. Supervising Caregiver Assistant. Primary caregiver for infants/toddlers in a classroom setting. Implement a planned center curriculum for developmentally appropriate activities with infant/toddlers. Encourage parents/guardians and offer suggestions for child development activities.

Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge of and implement the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Promote school readiness for all children.
• Understand the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
• Work cooperatively with other Child Development staff in planning, integration, and implementation of EHS/HS program services for children 0 to 5 years of age.
• Become competent in the use of designated computer programs, and use them properly in the operations of the Child Development Program.
• Compile designated reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in the annual program self‑assessment process.
• Gain a working knowledge of all programs operated by KCEOC for providing information, making referrals and delivering integrated services to clients.
• Preserve privacy of all children and families by maintaining confidentiality and security of all family information.
• Generate an appropriate amount of non‑federal share (in‑kind) that is reasonable and necessary for the operation of the Child Development Program.
• Maintain certification (e.g., American Heart Association or American Red Cross) in CPR and First Aid and Safety.
• Participate and offer suggestions in conferences, meetings, training, and recruitment activities.
• Obtain the annual required number of Child Development training hours through KCEOC’s Pre‑service Training.
• Provide services to infants and toddlers in a center‑based setting.
• Work cooperatively with staff, parents, and volunteers; be responsive to the challenge of providing integrated comprehensive services.
• Implement a planned center curriculum for developmentally appropriate activities with infant/toddlers, developing individualized daily lesson plans, weekly universal lesson plans, and other appropriate educational activities involving parents.
• Maintain a clean, safe, age‑appropriate learning environment in the classroom.
• Be responsive to children and families with special needs or disabling conditions; maintain flexible work schedules to accommodate families.
• Assist parents in understanding the transitional process from Early Head Start into another child development program and coordinate transition meetings.
• Recognize that parents are the primary factor in the child’s development.
• Assist in recruitment, take applications, and enroll Early Head Start children; communicate problems to the Infant Toddler Education Specialist.
• Be assigned as primary caregiver for four children in the classroom.
• Gain a working knowledge of community and regional resources and communicate new resources to the Infant/Toddler Pre‑K Education Specialist and staff.
• Assist families in utilizing available health care, encourage appropriate medical and dental screenings, and arrange follow‑up; assist with appointments, transportation, and maintain documentation.
• Prioritize activities reflecting effective case management; eliminate unnecessary or duplicate travel time and costs.
• Work with Child Development staff to assess and meet the needs of enrolled children and families.
• Coordinate health‑related activities with the Health/Mental Health Manager; seek advice, be knowledgeable of services contracts, and billing requirements.
• Maintain supplies and equipment inventory; inform the center lead teacher when inventory is low or maintenance is needed.
• Ensure the classroom, center, and playground are kept clean and safe.
• Encourage parent participation in children’s development and educational experiences at home and in the classroom.
• Assist and ensure timely communication between staff and parents; deliver messages and written communications as requested.
• Maintain individual comprehensive charts for each enrolled child; ensure all documentation is current.
• Ensure the assigned classroom meets all daycare licensing requirements.
• Administer developmental screening and assessments on the schedule designated by the Infant/Toddler Education Specialist.
• Participate in First Steps Meetings and IFSP development and updates for children with diagnosed disabilities.
• Conduct three home visits and two parent‑staff conferences per year per child in the caseload.
• Observe children and enter anecdotal notes and developmental assessment information into the computerized assessment program promptly.
• Develop lesson plans; update and revise based on children’s Individual Education Plans; maintain an age‑appropriate learning environment.
• Supervise and provide instruction to Caregiver Assistants, instructing them in meeting education goals and providing learning opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate Degree or comparable credential; training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development focused on infant and toddler development; work experience.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, local travel, occasional out‑of‑town travel.