MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 10/14/99
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TITLE: CHILD CARE WORKER I / II

JOB GOAL: To provide safe and developmentally appropriate supervision for a before and/or after school Child Care Program.

REPORTS TO: Child Care Program Administrator

Training and Experience

1. Completion of the twelfth (12th) grade or equivalent.
2. One (1) year of paid or volunteer experience working with children in an educational or child care setting or any combination of training experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities may be considered.
3. Possession and maintenance of a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate.
4. EDUCATIONAL UNITS:
I. CHILD CARE WORKER I: DESIRED: Successful completion of six (6) or more Early Childhood Education units desired.
II. CHILD CARE WORKER II: REQUIRED: Successful completion of twelve (12) or more Early Childhood Education units required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

1. General concepts of child growth and development and child behavioral characteristics.
2. Techniques used in controlling and motivating children.
3. Routine record keeping.
4. Safety rules and regulations regarding physical activity.
5. Safety rules and regulations for this position.

Ability to

1. Assist in supervision of children.
2. Lead and work with children constructively.
3. Perform basic mathematical calculations.
4. Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm, and receptive attitude toward children.
5. Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
6. Read and comprehend printed materials
7. Assist in designing activities and projects, which will appeal to children and contribute to their learning.
8. Provide a positive environment conducive to learning.
9. Provide for the health and safety needs of children.
10. Maintain equipment and facilities in an effective and efficient manner.
11. Effectively handle discipline problems.
12. Exercise discretion and judgment in handling confidential information.
13. Apply general policies and procedures to specific situations.
14. Communicate effectively and tactfully in both verbal and written form.
15. Maintain cooperative working relationships with District personnel.
16. Follow designated safety regulations associated with this position.
17. Be productive and active team member.
18. Work successfully with diverse groups of people.
19. Present and maintain a pleasant appearance and demeanor.
20. Learn and follow the operations, procedures, policies, and requirements of an assigned program or operational unit.
21. Handle all matters in a tactful, courteous, and confidential manner so as to maintain and/or establish good public relations.
22. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
23. Establish and maintain effective rapport with students, parents, and community members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Implements and supervises instructional activities in accordance with Child Care Program and District policies and procedures.
2. Assists in maintaining a safe, stimulating, and attractive physical environment.
3. Carries out established discipline plan.
4. Assists in planning, providing, and clean up of nutritious snacks.
5. Provides general clerical support.
6. Attends staff meetings and required training programs.
7. Maintains professional competence through appropriate professional growth activities.
8. Communicates problems and concerns to Program Administrator.
9. Follows district policies and procedures.
10. Participates in district in-service training as required.
11. Knows and understands the Mission and Core Values of the district.
12. Performs other related duties as required.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

1. Monitors and assists students while using equipment, including computer terminals, cassette recorders, audio-visual equipment, and other instructional media.
2. Reports suspected child abuse and communicable diseases to Program Administrator and/or appropriate agencies.
3. Tutors students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow-up learning activities.
4. Administers first aid in conjunction with established District policies and procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must use safety equipment and devices designated for this position.
2. Some positions in this class may require individuals who can read, write, and/or speak a second language.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

1. Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents and the display screen of various office equipment and machines.
2. Able to conduct verbal conversation in English or other designated language.
3. Able to hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels.)
4. Able to work in a wide range of temperatures.
5. Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, and walk.
6. Able to sit for sustained periods of time.
7. Able to kneel or squat for extended periods of time.
8. Able to climb slopes, stairs, steps, ramps, and ladders.
8. Able to lift up to twenty (20) pounds frequently, and fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
9. Able to carry up to twenty (20) pounds frequently, and fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
10. Able to push and pull objects weighing up to forty (40) pounds.
11. Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder external rotation and internal rotation.
12. Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder abduction and adduction.
13. Able to exhibit full range of motion for elbow flexion and extension.
14. Able to exhibit full range of motion for shoulder extension and flexion.
15. Able to exhibit full range of motion for back lateral flexion.
16. Able to exhibit full range of motion for hip flexion and extension.
17. Able to exhibit full range of motion for knee flexion.
18. Able to demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to operate calculator, typewriter, and/or computer keyboard at the required speed and accuracy in a safe and effective manner.
19. Able to demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to assist students with buttoning clothing, eating, operating a computer or assist staff with student toileting procedures.
20. Able to work with cleaning solutions, disinfectants and sanitizers in a safe and effective manner without allergic reaction.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten or Twelve month work year
Classified bargaining unit member

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy and provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. The evaluation will be completed by the Child Care Program Administrator.

Approved by: Board of Education Date: October 14, 1999

MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A
TOBACCO-FREE, DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER