KTC Child Care Provider

Young World Physical Education; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 21,201 - 23,956; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Part-Time KTC Child Care Provider in Johnston, Iowa to provide quality care for school-age youth. Responsibilities include creating a positive environment and assisting in the planning of educational activities.

Preferred qualifications include coursework in early childhood or physical education, experience with children, and strong communication skills. The role requires being available for various shifts during school breaks and summer hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Prefer coursework in early childhood, elementary education, or physical education.
• Minimum of one year experience with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care for school-age youth.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Assist the On-Site Coordinator in planning activities.
• Monitor behavior and ensure a positive environment.
• Greet children and parents upon arrival.

Skills

Behavior monitoring

Positive reinforcement

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Knowledge of sports, music, arts, and games

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

KTC Child Care Provider

Johnston Community School District KTC - Johnston, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Johnston Community School District, and TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5563228

Application Deadline: Jun 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary: Provide quality care for school-age youth during the school year and full-day child care on early dismissal days, no school days, school holidays/breaks, and full-day during the summer months.

Pre-Employment Certifications

• Background check and fingerprinting
• Physical examination

Certifications Obtainable upon Employment

(Cost of certification and time spent on the certification are covered by the employer)

• Trainings required by the Johnston Community School District
• Trainings required by DHS license requirements
• Trainings required by Community Education

Experience

• Must be at least 16 years old
• High School degree, or equivalent, or currently enrolled in high school
• Prefer coursework in early childhood, elementary/secondary education, physical education, or leisure services
• Equivalent of a minimum of one year successful experience working with children preferred

Performance Criteria

Professional

• Monitor and execute behavior guidelines to create positive, supportive and consistent environment
• Relate and interact with children using positive reinforcement and effective communication
• Assist On‑Site Coordinator in planning recreational and educational activities
• Prepare and implement daily activities in coordination with On‑Site Coordinator
• Knowledge of and interest in a variety of areas such as sports, music, arts, games, computers, etc.
• Complete daily children's attendance using KTC iPads
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, orderly and safe environment
• Assist On‑Site Coordinator in creating a pleasing environment
• Help set up and put away tables and equipment
• Assist in preparation of program/art materials
• Report maintenance/custodial problems to On‑Site Coordinator
• Cleanup buildings and supplies as assigned
• Leadership skills in directing children's activities
• Greet children and parents as they arrive
• Communicate children's behavior concerns with On‑Site Coordinator
• Attend staff and in‑service training meetings as required
• Maintain confidentiality of children's records
• Accurately use time clock and attendance management program
• Remain knowledgeable about program policies and procedures
• Understand and implement information on children's enrollment records
• Provide supervision of participants
• Must be available at least 4 shifts. Must be available during extended hours on early dismissal, late starts and holiday break, spring break, scheduled no school days and summer hours between the hours of 6:30 am and 6:00 pm

Personal

Johnston Community Education employees are expected to:

• Contribute to creating a positive work environment by being engaged and serving as a positive role model/representative of the department/district.
• Maintain positive relationships with co‑workers, parents, community members and participants of all ages.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to follow direction with minimal supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality, demonstrate integrity and be respectful of others.
• Handle multiple tasks as assigned or job requires and complete work in a timely manner.
• Follow and enforce district/department/program policies and procedures.
• Display dependability, being on‑time and present during scheduled work, being accountable for work productivity and actions.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and orally through clear speaking and listening skills.
• Possess appropriate levels of enthusiasm, sense of humor, and patience.
• Control their setting as needed to ensure quality program implementation.
• Focus on their environment, anticipating and understanding protocol in regards to safety of participants.
• Provide instruction/leadership/management of program implementation related to specific job responsibilities.
• Perform light to moderate manual labor to assist with implementation of program.
• Demonstrate ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations.

General

• Work location will be assigned as needed
• Work days/hours may vary depending upon program needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or higher level leadership
• Performance evaluation conducted by direct supervisor

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $15.39 to $17.39 Per Hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Steve Conlan , KTC Child Care Manager
• COMMUNITY ED
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]