Child Care Provider Substitute

Job Title: Substitute Child Care Provider

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Child Care Director

Pay Grade: $15.15+ / hour

Dept./School: Child Care Center

Date Revised: 02/03/2025

Responsible for managing or assisting in the management of an assigned classroom.

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to interact effectively with children, staff, and parents
• General knowledge of child development

Experience: None

• Supervise children's play both in the classroom and on the playground, ensuring their health and safety at all times.
• Assist or lead in implementing lesson plans.
• Maintain a developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Provide individual attention and positive guidance to foster self-discipline; correct children's behavior as appropriate.
• Coordinate with coworkers for smooth facility operation.
• Assist in food preparation.
• Develop friendly relationships and open communication with children and parents.

• Oversee activities of student workers, observers, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and safety standards.
• Follow procedures to ensure high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Keep garbage and diaper areas tidy and sanitary.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain personal hygiene and appearance.
• Administer medication as directed.
• Perform emergency evacuation procedures as required.

• Promote teamwork and positive staff interactions.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None; occasional technical oversight.

Equipment Used: Cribs, changing tables, walkers, baby buggies.

Working Conditions: Continual standing, walking, lifting, and carrying; ability to lift children up to 40 pounds; tolerate noise; multitask in a child care environment.

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities of this job and are not exhaustive of all duties or skills required.