Responsibilities:
Ensure that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met – this may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Engage in positive interaction with children to build confidence and self-esteem.
Ensure children are kept active, entertained, and engaged in developmental activities.
Effectively discipline children who are misbehaving.
Plan and oversee daily schedules.
Model and encourage good social skills, e.g. strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Monitor and report developmental or safety concerns.
Requirements:
Knowledge of the stages of childhood development.
Good communication skills to report on the child’s individual needs/performance/development to superiors or parents.
Physical energy to run around after children all day.
First aid training is strongly preferred.
Clean criminal record/background check.
Good references.