Nurturing Daycare Educator for Growth & Play

DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a childcare staff member to provide a safe, nurturing environment for young children in the classroom. The role emphasizes supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, supervising children, following licensing requirements, and collaborating with teachers and administration.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain it, and successful background checks; experience with children is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred, but not required.
• Must be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification or already hold a current certification.
• Must pass required background checks and meet all childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for all children in the classroom.
• Supervise children at all times and follow all safety and childcare licensing requirements.
• Plan and participate in age-appropriate activities that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Build positive relationships with children and respond to their individual needs with patience and care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Follow daily classroom schedules, routines, and center policies.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with parents, families, and coworkers.
• Assist children with daily routines, including meals, toileting, handwashing, and rest periods as developmentally appropriate.
• Observe and document children's development, behavior, and progress as needed.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and administration to provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Follow proper procedures for attendance, sign-in/sign-out, incident reporting, and classroom documentation.
• Attend staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification or complete certification within the required timeframe.
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, flexibility, and a positive attitude while supporting the overall goals of the daycare program.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a childcare staff member to provide a safe, nurturing environment for young children in the classroom. The role emphasizes supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, supervising children, following licensing requirements, and collaborating with teachers and administration.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain it, and successful background checks; experience with children is