Childcare Center Student Employee

## Childcare Student Employee Position Description

**Responsibilities**

Childcare Student Employees play a vital role in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, ensuring compliance with all New York State Department of Social Services regulations and the Childcare Program's guidelines.

**I. Creating an Engaging Learning Environment**

• Actively assist in implementing our instructional programs and educational activities.
• Provide direct care and supervision for children during all indoor and outdoor activities, including independently overseeing small groups as needed.
• Support children with their personal care and self-care routines.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom space.
• Assist with preparing and organizing learning materials.
• Offer creative input for planning classroom activities and broader Center events.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive and disciplined classroom atmosphere.
• Strive to understand and connect with each child as an individual.

**II. Effective Communication & Collaboration**

• Develop positive relationships with parents and guardians, knowing them by name and engaging in constructive communication.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with all Center staff and administration to ensure seamless operations.

**III. Professional Conduct & Growth**

• Diligently follow daily schedules and established routines.
• Actively participate in required training sessions and staff meetings to enhance skills.
• Be a supportive and positive representative of the Center and its administration.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to professional development and continuous learning.
• Consistently maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.

## Qualifications
**Required:**

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Enrollment in an early childhood education, child development, or academic program at Monroe Community College.
• Demonstrated patience and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to pass a background check and child abuse clearance, as required by New York State regulations.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe upon hire.

**Preferred:**

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with young children in a supervised setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, camp, after-school program, babysitting).
• Familiarity with New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations related to childcare.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact positively with children, parents, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing daily routines and children's needs.