Job Summary This position is with the His Spot for Tots Child Care Center. The Lead Caregiver/Teacher will oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the classroom program and child assessment. They report directly to the Program Director and to the His Spot for Tots Advisory Board when required. His Spots for Tots is a ministry of First Baptist Church. Applicants must be ok with working in a faith based environment. Duties Oversee caregiver staff for a specific group of children and overall care and supervision of children. Assist in development of program policies, procedures, and service objectives. Provide care to assigned group for a minimum of 6 hours per day. Assist in monitoring and evaluating caregiver staff. Maintenance of classroom, including equipment and supplies. Assist in providing training and supervision for program staff to ensure effective program operations and quality service to targeted families. Responsible for daily communication with parents concerning child's well-being.

• This is not all inclusive of the total scope of duties to be performed
• Requirements CDA credentials and 480 hours of experience, or an Associate's degree in early childhood development.

Certification in CPR and First Aid. The Lead Caregiver for infants and toddlers shall have 3 semester hours in infant toddler development or 4.5 CEUs in infant toddler development. Knowledge, skills and abilities Knowledge of nutritional needs for children's physical and mental development. Certification in infant, child, and adult cardiopulmonary (CPR) and first aid. Knowledge of family dynamics and effects of social conditions on family functioning. Ability to organize, direct and monitor service delivery work units and coordinate activities with other agencies, including licensing requirements. Ability to encourage and teach communication skills, social skills, and enhance self esteem to set the stage for future success in life. Ability to speak and write effectively.

• The qualifications expressed above are general guidelines and wwould be considered along with other job related criteria

• Pay:

  $15.00
• $16.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person