Bacteria, CPR Certification, Childcare, Communication Skills, First Aid, Kiosks, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Viruses
Description
Where You Fit In
The Childcare Worker will perform a variety of tasks to support the overall smooth functioning of Kids Crossing learning environments in alignment with the Kids Crossing vision: Make it Fun, Make it Safe, Make it Last. This position is perfect for someone who loves working with small children and is available most weekday evenings.
What You'll Be Doing
Responsibilities
- General oversight and care of children in a childcare environment
- Maintain accurate daily counts of children in childcare environment throughout a scheduled shift
- General cleaning and sanitizing of tables, chairs and classroom equipment as identified on the daily cleaning checklist
- Maintain and manage daily curriculum and associated Kids Crossing environments
- Coordinate with appropriate Kids Crossing staff to work through any issues that may arise
- Encourage children's emotional, social development and positive self-concept
- Monitor signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notify church staff of concerns when necessary
- Other related duties as needed
Skills & Abilities
- Working general knowledge of how to operate check-in Kiosks
- Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, other Childcare workers and the general public
- Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents
- Knowledge of childcare principles and procedures
- Ability to relate to children and make the Childcare environment enjoyable
- Ability in caring for infant and preschool children’s needs
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
- May be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses
What You'll Bring To The Team
- Minimum Education: Enrolled and attending school
- Minimum Experience: None required
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Certification in first aid and CPR highly desired
- Preferred Experience: Experience working in a daycare or other childcare setting is desired
What’s expected of you
- The heart of a servant
- Exhibit spiritual maturity
- Pursue Christ-likeness daily
- Commitment to The Crossing as your home church and regular, intentional involvement in relational community at The Crossing
- Align with The Crossing’s Statements of Belief | Faith, Sexuality & Practices. Found at: t.ly/OR-P7.
- Possess strong verbal communication skills
- Attend needed department meetings
Staff Values
- We put our church values first
- We are committed to deepening our spiritual life
- We seize each opportunity to collaborate and diminish siloing
- We honor the responsibility we've been given
- We pursue excellence, not perfection
- We lead by the example of our lives
We champion the staff values daily and expect all staff members to join us in living these out.