2024-25 CE Childcare Associate II - Li'l Pioneers ECLC - Pinnacle HS - Paradise Valley Unified School District

CE Childcare Associate II - Li'l Pioneers ECLC

Location: Pinnacle High School

9.5 months, 8 hours/day

Non Interm Position

Grade 17, $18.15/hour

Start Date:  07/17/2024

Purpose Statement

This job reports to CE Childcare Associate V

Essential Functions

Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bag, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.

Assists the site manager with organizing, planning and monitoring appropriate activities (e.g. games, art, music, science, language, nutrition, playground, washing hands, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing play and academic concepts.

Assists site manager in supervising staff and children for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of class time and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Communicates with teachers, parents and staff of the host school for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and cultivating supportive relationships.

Maintains equipment inventory for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and ensuring the availability of equipment when required.

Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. snack time, group or individual games, playground activities, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

Prepares logs, reports, and documents (e.g. monthly lesson plans, supply lists, behavioral/accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of assisting with record keeping for the site, conveying information, providing written reference, and/or meeting mandated requirements.

Procures necessary supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items needed to carry out program activities.

Trains childcare associates in Mascot Club (e.g. on district policies and the standards of school age quality, etc.) for the purpose of complying with program guidelines as articulated by the National School Age Care Alliance.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; controlling and motivating students; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development; age appropriate activities; and positive reinforcement techniques; health standards.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 20% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

A. At least 12 months of child care experience, a high school or high school equivalency diploma, and:

1. Three credit hours or more in early childhood, child development, or a closely-related field from an accredited college or university, or
2. At least 30 actual hours of instruction, provided in conferences, seminars, lectures, or workshops in early childhood, child development, or a closely-related field;
3.                             

B. At least 12 months of child care experience, and:

1. An N.A.C., C.D.A., or C.C.P. credential; or
2. At least 24 credit hours from an accredited college or university, including at least six credit hours in early childhood, child development, or a closely-related field;

C.  At least six months of child care experience and an associate degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely-related field; or

D.  At least three months of child care experience and a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development or a closely-related field.

Required Documents                                Certificates and Licenses                  

Level One Fingerprint Card – fee of $67         CPR Certificate

Annual TB Skin Test - fee                              First Aid Certificate

Copy of MMR Vaccination Record

Copy of High School Diploma                                                        

Continuing Educ./Training                       

CPR Certificate Renewal                                    

First Aid Certificate Renewal

Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card 

FLSA Status - Non Exempt

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.