Job Information
Johnston Community School District KTC Assistant On-Site Child Care Coordinator in Johnston, Iowa
Position Summary: Assists with leadership, development, implementation and evaluation of school-age youth child care. This includes the school year and full-day child care on early dismissal days, no school days, school holidays/breaks and summer program.
Qualifications, Certifications and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Coursework or degree in early childhood, elementary/secondary education, physical education, or leisure services preferred
Equivalent of a minimum of one year successful experience working with children
Background check and fingerprinting required post offer
Performance Responsibilities
Professional
Provide supervision of providers, participants, and volunteers.
Check attendance each session, notifying parents of children’s absences following procedure book guidelines.
Administer children’s medication utilizing Johnston Community School District medication guidelines.
Be knowledgeable of and follow all Johnston Community School District Board Policies and Regulations as related to Kids Connection.
Be knowledgeable of and follow all DHS policies and procedures as related to Kids Connection licensing.
Assist in the training and evaluation of child care providers
Assign staff duties to insure appropriate supervision of children and program activities
Provide leadership to staff members to ensure that established safety and conduct procedures are followed
Serve as role model for staff and children
Inform KTC On-site Coordinator or KTC Childcare Manager of staffing needs, challenges
Arrange for substitute care providers as needed to maintain child/care provider ratios
Monitor and execute behavior guidelines to create positive, supportive and consistent environment
Maintain attendance records
Review staff time sheets for completion and accuracy
Establish, monitor and execute behavior guidelines to create a positive, supportive and consistent environment
Relate and interact with children using positive reinforcement and effective communication
Assist On-Site Coordinator in planning recreational and educational activities
Prepare and implement daily activities in coordination with On-Site Coordinator
Knowledge of and interest in a variety of areas such as sports, music, arts, games, computers, etc.
Complete daily children's attendance using KTC ipads
Maintain a clean, sanitary, orderly and safe environment
Assist On-Site Coordinator in creating a pleasing environment
Help set up and put away tables and equipment
Assist in preparation of program/art materials
Report maintenance/custodial problems to On-Site Coordinator or KTC Childcare Manager
Cleanup buildings and supplies as assigned
Leadership skills in directing children's activities
Greet children and parents as they arrive
Communicate children's behavior concerns with On-Site Coordinator and parents as needed
Attend staff and in-service training meetings as required
Maintain confidentiality of children's records
Accurately use time clock and attendance management program
Remain knowledgeable about program policies and procedures
Understand and implement information on children's enrollment records
Provide supervision of participants
Use P-card for purchasing and follow all guidelines.
Must be available for basic hours of 6:15-9:00am and 2:00-6:00pm. Other hours assigned as needed for program. Must be available during extended hours on early dismissal, late starts and holiday break, spring break and scheduled no school days. Summer hours will be 8 hours/day between the hours of 6:15 am and 6:00 pm
Personal
Ability to relate well with children, understanding their developmental needs
Contribute to creating a positive work environment by being engaged and serving as a positive role model and representative of the department/district
Maintain positive relationships and effective communication/collaboration with co-workers, parents, community members and participants of all ages
Demonstrate initiative and ability to follow direction with minimal supervision
Maintain confidentiality, demonstrate integrity and be respectful of others
Be a life-long learner, taking advantage of professional growth opportunities
Handle multiple tasks as assigned or job required and complete work in a timely manner
Follow and enforce district/department/program policies and procedures
Display dependability-being on-time and present during scheduled work, being accountable for work productivity and actions
Communicate effectively both in writing and orally through clear speaking and listening skills
Possess appropriate levels of enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience
Control their setting as needed to ensure quality program implementation
Focus on their environment, anticipating and understanding protocol in regards to safety of participants
Provide instruction/leadership/management of program implementation related to specific job responsibilities
Perform light to moderate manual labor to assist with implementation of program
Demonstrate ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations
Hours
33-40 hours per week
Monday - Friday; 6:15 - 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. on student attendance days during academic year
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life & LTD
Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
Flex spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Paid leave and holidays
Tuition reimbursement
District Statement
Johnston Community School District is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer. It is the policy of the District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, creed, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, marital status in its employment and personnel practices. Johnston Community School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the Director of Human Resources, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, 515-278-0470.
Primary Location COMMUNITY ED
Salary Range $21.18 - $25.89 / Per Hour
Shift Type Full-Time