PT Caregiver 1

Redlands Christian Migrant Association; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) seeks a Part-time Caregiver to provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing environment while promoting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of young children and families.

The role requires following daily schedules, engaging with families, and meeting RCMA funding and DCF requirements; preferred are CDA/FCCPC qualifications, CPR/First-Aid, and community involvement where applicable.

Qualifications

• Transcript documentation of passing All Competency Exams for the DCF Child Care Training.
• Recommended to complete Infant Toddler National CDA, FCCPC within 260 working days of hire.
• CPR and Pediatric First-Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Follow daily schedules and plans to support physical, social, and cognitive growth.
• Be an engaged partner with families and meet RCMA funding and DCF requirements.

Education

Transcript documentation of passing All Competency Exams for the DCF Child Care Training

Job description

Certificate Number: C11MD0151 / Job Order: 2026-444 / (2) Positions On-Site

MISSION:

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a nationally recognized non-profit leader in childcare and early education. RCMA operates more than 53 centers and 3 charter schools, with a staff of 1,400 employees, in 18 Florida counties. We have grown over the years through our policy of hiring from the communities served, forging a strong bond between parents and RCMA caregivers, teachers, and staff.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Would you rather have a fulfilling career than just a "job"? At RCMA, we feel lucky to work in fulfilling roles every day. Like one big family, we work hand in hand with families who need allies on their journey toward big dreams. Through empathy and compassion, we help cultivate a sense of dignity and pride in these valuable members of society and provide them with resources for growth. If this sounds like a family you'd like to become a member of, we'd love to hear from you!

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Works as a Part-time Caregiver to provide children with developmentally appropriate activities in a quality early childhood program that offers a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children and families. The Part-time Caregiver Performance Standard explains in detail the essential duties and responsibilities of this position and must be used as an integral part of this Job Description.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties below are not intended to cover all the duties to be performed:

Work as a Part-time Caregiver 1 to:

• Support a warm, secure, affectionate, social-emotional climate for young children. (Note: Lifting and holding children is necessary.)


• Follow daily schedules and plans that support the physical, social, and cognitive growth of young children.


• Follow rules and procedures that establish and maintain a safe and healthy classroom and outside environment.


• Be an engaged partner with families.


• Commit to professionalism and RCMA.


• Meet all RCMA funding and DCF requirements

EDUCATION:

• Transcript documentation of passing All Competency Exams for the DCF Child Care Training.

OTHER

Recommended to complete Infant Toddler National CDA, FCCPC (Birth - 5 years) or ECPC within 260 working days of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Member of community being served, and, when applicable, farmworker background.


• Possess a current certification in Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Pediatric First-Aid.

RCMA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug-free workplace.

All candidates selected for employment are required to successfully complete a Level 2 fingerprint-based background screening. Additional information is available on the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at the link provided.