Child Care Attendant - The Excel Center Shelbyville

POSITION SUMMARYThe YoungLearnersChildcare Center is designed to provide free, temporary, short-term childcare for the students of the Excel Center and the Indianapolis Metropolitan High School until regular childcare is located. The YoungLearnersChildcare Center is available when students are studying on-site or are in class, and will serve children up to age 12. The YoungLearnersChildcare Center assists in ensuring the safe and caring management of all the children entrusted to the center. This means monitoring children in the center, serving snacks, and facilitating learning opportunities for the children while in their care. Additionally, the attendant will assist in keeping parents informed of policies and procedures at the center. This role demonstrates behaviors consistent with our Mission, Vision and Values, on behalf of Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana.Center hours of operation:Hours range from 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m.–5 p.m. on Friday. Hours will vary depending on location.Responsibilities

Facilitates hands-on interactive learning experiences working with children directly.

Assists in the registration process of children.

Updates and ensures accuracy of student files.

Maintains regular communication with parents regarding services, enrollment, scheduling or routine changes, special events for the children.

Assists in achieving of short- and long-term goals for the center.

Contributes ideas for the development and facilitates the execution of the curriculum and program activities.

Participates in regular team meetings.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma and/or GED required

Continuing education in child development, early childhood education, or related field preferred

1 year experience in a childcare setting

Course work/training in early childhood development a plus

Child/infant CPR certified or willing to obtain

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must possess excellent customer service skills

Flexible, energetic, and detail-oriented

Have the ability to juggle multiple duties

Ability to resolve conflicts

Must be at least 18 years old

Has working knowledge of computer programs to perform clerical tasks: Google applications (specifically Gmail), Excel, Word and Internet Explorer

Must be able to pass a criminal background check

BENEFITSFull-time employees may participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

Continuing education and leadership development

Comprehensive health plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Life, dental and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability plans

Nationally recognized preventive health and wellness program

Section 125 pre-tax health spending account, dependent care spending account and premiums

Retirement plan with generous match or contribution in to Teachers’ Retirement Fund for eligible employees

To learn more about our Mission and Values, please.Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana is an EEO Employer/Vet/DisabledExcelCenter1Location(s)US-IN-ShelbyvilleCategoryMissionTypePart TimeCompensation$10/hour