Instr Lead, ChildCr, HOST,Elem

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Tampa is seeking an experienced Instructor Lead for Child Care to inspect facilities and provide guidance. The role entails ensuring compliance with safety standards and excellence in program operation. A Childcare Development Associate Credential (CDA) is required, along with the ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment. This position supports vital childcare functions critical for student development.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Childcare Development Associate Credential (CDA) or commitment to complete child care training.
• Maintain current First Aide/CPR/AED certification within three months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and observe facilities, staff, and operations.
• Perform on-site inspections and observations.
• Confers with staff and provides technical advice.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Technical advice and guidance

Education

Childcare Development Associate Credential (CDA)

Job description

Overview

The Instructor Lead, Child Care, Hillsborough County Public Schools out of School Time (HOST), will perform field and office work in the inspection of child care facilities and respective program. Duties are performed under the general supervision of an immediate supervisor who evaluates performance through observation of work, periodic conferences, critiques, and/or records and reports.

District expectations

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and observes facilities, staff, and operation of program.
• Performs on-site inspections and observations of facilities and program operations.
• Confers with operating staff and provides technical advice and guidance, and disseminates information.
• Investigates complaints and/or problems.
• Maintains record of, and renders reports on, visitations conducted and any actions taken.
• Handles substitute needs for staffing.
• Assists in screening potential applicants to work in program.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other Information

• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
• Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: Childcare experience preferred but not required.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Possession of a Childcare Development Associate Credential (CDA) and/or a commitment to complete 15 hours of child care training each year. Maintain current First Aide/CPR/AED certification (applicable coursework shall be included in the 15-hour requirement). All training requirements must be completed within three (3) months of appointment start date; applicable coursework shall be included in the 15-hour requirement.

Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.

Mathematical Skills: Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Computes rate, ratio, and percent and draws and interprets bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deals with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: None.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing, near acuity, and field of vision.

Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: None

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an "ACTIVE" application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

Current employee guidance

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