Job Description
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 18 years of age, pass a Central Registry Check for child abuse/neglect, speak, read, and write the English language, and meet one or more of the following education requirements:
- High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) or at least 18 years of age
- One to three months related experience and/or training
- May be working towards a degree in Education or Early Childhood.
SHIFT:
Full Time or Part Time positions available
Shifts vary within hours of operation 6:00am-6:00pm
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Operations Director, Program Director, and/or Head Teacher. Responsible for assisting in the planning, coordinating, and implementing of daily activities for the Sharing Center. Responsible for the general supervision of children, ages 4 weeks to school age.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must be a positive role model and representative of Bethesda Sharing Center
- Must arrive on time and be reliable in attendance
- Must be flexible with assignments and schedules
- Must be able to remain calm in tense situations
- Must be able to work with up to 10-20 children of varying personalities throughout the day
- Assist in fundraising and program activities
- Attend and contribute to all staff meetings
- Report to the Director and/or Program Director any complaints heard by family members and staff
- Responsible to help with daily cleaning of toys, shelves, etc.
- Report and refer problem resolution to the Operations Director and/or Program Director
- Must be able to deal tactfully with co-workers, supervisors, families, visitors, government agencies and the general public
- Follow established department and facility policies and procedures
- Must work harmoniously with staff in all departments
- Must be able to establish and maintain relationships of trust and cooperation with co-workers and families.
- Must be willing to share resources and information pertinent to childcare with co-workers.
- Must be willing to support co-workers in meeting their professional needs and in their professional development.
- Make new staff members feel welcome and included
PAY AND BENEFITS:
Starting Pay: $11.20/hour; wage dependent on experience
Bethesda Aberdeen offers a full benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, vacation, sick and holiday pay, discounted on-site meals, flexible spending plans, pension plan and on-site childcare/pre-school with reduced employee rates.