Daycare Attendant

Overview

Someday Bigger Daycare at Sunday River is looking for Daycare Attendants to take care of children from the ages of 6 weeks to 6 years in a daycare setting. Special attention is focused on the safety, health, and well-being of each child. Light housekeeping duties are expected of each team member. Daycare Attendants should be prepared for inside and outside play. Full-time, part-time and seasonal positions are available.

Daycare Attendants need to be able to understand and relate to children on their level. They must have an understanding of infant/toddler/pre-school development and be able to work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome children to the center. Assist in marking all children's belongings

• Recognize children learn and have fun through exploration and use of their senses

• Prepare activities, which stimulate children and provide opportunities for fine motor skills as well as cognitive, emotional and social growth

• Be responsible for all aspects of feeding, caring for infants and toddlers

• Monitor sleep room

• Take children outside for walks and play time

• Assist in prep work (cleaning, planning projects) for next day

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a license childcare facility is a plus.

• Ongoing trainings while working in Someday Bigger Day Care is required.

• Must be able to perform all job responsibilities satisfactorily and be able to lift up to 50lbs., bend, twist, kneel, and sit on the floor