Substitute Child Care Assistant

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JOB TITLE: SUBSTITUTE CHILD CARE ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY: The Child Care Assistant will work directly with the Child Care Specialist in the daily operation of a licensed child care center at White River High School.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The Child Care Assistant must possess and maintain during the term of employment First Aid and "hands-on" Adult/Infant/Child CPR certifications, and a food handler's permit. Must have a negative one-step Mantoux TB skin test (if previously tested, must be dated within the previous twelve months).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (may oversee, perform, and/or assist with): Child Care Specialist and Family and Consumer Science teacher in formulating operating policies and procedures Assist in formulating the annual child-care budget. Maintain accurate records on children enrolled in the program. Assist in child-care classes and activities. Administer first aid and handle emergencies as they occur. Gather supplies for lessons and projects. Monitor student behavior and assist with classroom management. Perform monitoring duties as assigned, such as supervising students on the playground or during meal Attend workshops, classes, conferences, meetings, and/or other training as directed by the supervisor for the purpose of meeting requirements, enhancing knowledge, safety, and security, collaborating with colleagues, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This job is performed in a noisy, indoor, and outdoor (depending upon the weather), school environment with frequent interruptions. The incumbent will be exposed to loud noises from children's activities; be exposed to hot, temperate, and inclement weather; sit, stand, walk, and move for prolonged periods; frequently bend, stoop, carry, climb, crawl, twist, reach, push/pull; perform moderate lifting. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge is required to: understand written procedures, write routine documents, solve practical problems, perform basic keyboarding, use a computer, and the internet. Skills are required to effectively manage groups of under-aged school children in a daycare setting; be organized, dependable and flexible; maintain cooperative, positive, and effective communication with children, staff, parents, and supervisor; prepare and maintain accurate records; accurately collect, store, retrieve and provide data in a timely manner; implement program requirements in a professional manner; adhere to best safety practices; present a professional and positive image of the department and District. Ability is required to: use caring and confident methods to promote appropriate staff and childcare behavior; work independently and in a group setting; provide accurate verbal and written information; follow verbal and written directions and procedures; work with minimal supervision; make independent decisions; maintain confidentiality; maintain regular and punctual attendance.

PO Box 2050 Office 360-829-0600 Buckley, WA 98321 TDD Relay Service - 1.800.833.6388

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WORK RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to Program Supervisor or designee, daily supervision of under-age school children, daily interactions with parents. Regular interactions with other staff and community members.

This job description, revised 9/2026, is intended to describe the essential functions of the position, the level of knowledge, skills, and abilities typically required, and the scope of responsibility; however, it should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other related duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas, to cover absences or relieve, equalize work periods, or otherwise balance the workload within the location/district. Changes to the position description may be made at the employer's discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Employment with White River School District is on a conditional basis pending: an approved criminal background clearance through OSPI, which includes checks through the Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation; and completion of an Employment Eligibility Verification form (USCIS Form I-9) presenting proof of identity and employment authorization status. ___ The White River School District complies with all federal and state laws, rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator, Sunday Ferris, sferris@whiteriver.wednet.edu, (360) 829-3823, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Molly Lutz, mlutz@whiteriver.wednet.edu, (360) 829- 3959, and Civil Right Compliance Coordinator, Sunday Ferris, sferris@whiteriver.wednet.edu, (360) 829-3823. White River School District, P.O. Box 2050, Buckley, WA 98321.

I have read and understand, and have received a copy of this job description. My signature acknowledges that I can perform this position's essential and other functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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