Joyful Child Care Specialist: Safe, Creative Play

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Days

Medical, Dental, Vision for family

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Telemedicine & Concierge Services

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is seeking a dedicated early childhood specialist to support the Office of Learning and Academic Opportunity (OLAO) in New Mexico.

You will supervise children, organize meals, and help create a safe, nurturing environment for ages birth to eight, using developmentally appropriate activities. You’ll collaborate with families, staff, and the community, maintain routines, and assist with health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; CDA preferred or willing to obtain CDA within 6 months.
• Some experience working or volunteering with young children is preferred.
• Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certified or willing to obtain within 6 months.
• Applicants must obtain Food Handlers card upon hire.
• TB Skin Test or chest X-ray required.
• NM ECECD Background Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor the safety of children in care; organize mealtimes and snacks.
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Provide materials and resources for learning and imaginative play.
• Facilitate children in problem-solving.

Skills

Conscientious

Organized

Creative

Effective communicator

Observant

Education

High School Diploma/GED with CDA

CDA or willingness to obtain CDA within 6 months

Experience with young children preferred

Bilingual: Spanish/English preferred

First Aid/CPR certification or willingness

Food Handlers card

TB Skin Test or chest X-ray

NM ECECD Background Clearance

Job description

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is seeking a dedicated early childhood specialist to support the Office of Learning and Academic Opportunity (OLAO) in New Mexico.

You will supervise children, organize meals, and help create a safe, nurturing environment for ages birth to eight, using developmentally appropriate activities. You’ll collaborate with families, staff, and the community, maintain routines, and assist with health and safety requirements.