Child Care Assistant (Student Employee)

Description

Responsibilities

• Promote philosophy of Littlest Learners Child Development Center
• Facilitate play and oversee small group learning
• Adhere to all safety procedures outlined by Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care (MSDE OCC) Licensing
• Work collaboratively with college education faculty in promoting Lab School model in ECE classes
• Attend and participate in staff meetings when possible
• Maintain daily written plans and organized paperwork
• Learn to observe children and document growth and areas of need
• Perform other duties as assigned (including, but not limited to housekeeping, food preparation, cleanup, nap assistance and help with teacher preparation)

Job Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Completion of either high school or college level Child Development Class or Introduction to Early Childhood Education
• Must meet MSDE OCC requirements for Aide in a Preschool Child Care Center
• Must be goal oriented, responsible and consistent
• Possess willingness to learn and promote the Center philosophy of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) by including nature-based activities, arts-based learning and play experiences
• Works as a collaborative team member with Center staff, college faculty and parents
• Excellent interpersonal skills and rapport with children, families, students; including skills in conflict resolution and redirection
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and assist when needed for the benefit of the Center
• Flexibility and willingness to grow and learn as a teacher
• Successfully complete a criminal background check

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Currently holds Maryland Child Care Credential Certificate or is willing to apply for the Maryland Child Care Credential Program
• Familiar with MSDE Office of Child Care Licensing Procedures
• Federal Work-Study eligible

Directions to Apply

• Candidates must complete Carroll’s online application to be considered.
• Complete the Student Employment Application.   
• Indicate the department(s) for which you are applying.  Only one application is needed.
• Complete the  FAFSA for Federal Work Study Positions
• Be registered for at least six credits with a 2.0 GPA
• If eligible, your application will be forwarded to supervisors with open positions
• The application will be held for one year, July 1 to June 30.