Child Care Aide FT (4x250) 2026-2027

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A STATE AND NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND A CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT (CAN) CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 695-6700

JOB TITLE

Child Care Aide

REPORTS TO

Child Care Program Director

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Classified Salary Schedule

Grade 108

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

250 X 3

250 X 4

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

7319

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

BASIC FUNCTION

Assists the director in providing a safe and quality environment for children in the Child Care Program.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitors children in small or large groups to ensure their safety. Follows procedures to safeguard the health and safety of children.

Assists the director in planning various activities for the children.

Assists with organizing materials.

Promotes positive parent and child interactions and activities.

Participate in staff activities and in special training programs.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Safe practices in program and playground activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Health and safety regulations.

Ability to:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, and staff members, both orally and in writing.
• Print and write legibly.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Learn and apply safety procedures and regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination equivalent to: High school diploma, GED certificate, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law.
• Experience working with children in an organized setting.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.