Nursery Aide

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking a dedicated childcare provider to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for infants and preschool-aged children. This role involves supervising volunteers, monitoring resources, and maintaining cleanliness in the nursery. The ideal candidate will possess an energetic personality, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to work varied shifts. Join a team committed to providing quality care and support for families in the community. If you're passionate about working with children and making a positive impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is essential.
• Ability to interact with different personality types.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe environment for children in the nursery.
• Supervise volunteers and document any issues.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Energetic Personality

Ability to Work Varied Shifts

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS

SharePoint

Job description

Position Summary: To provide safe, quality childcare of infants and preschool aged children.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe environment for infant and preschool children in the nursery.


• Supervise the volunteers that are assigned to assist.


• Check in and out the children so they are safely returned to their appropriate parents or guardians.


• Monitor the toys and resources, updating the Corps Officers if new items are needed and discarding of old/dangerous items.


• Ensure the nursery space is cleaned at the end of each shift.


• Document injuries or issues as they arise, properly informing parents and Corps Officers.


• Maintain and report statistics for all community center activities.


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma / GED; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities


• Experience working with children

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to interact with different personality types


• Energetic personality


• Ability to work varied shifts, to include Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday as needed

Computer Skills:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365


• Basic knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint


• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates and Licenses:

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed