BAY CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Position Title: Early Childhood Caregiver
Location(s): Auburn / Webster / Forest / Kolb / Mackensen
Position Type: Day Care Program / Caregiver
Rate of Pay: $12.48 per hour
Schedule: Variable shifts between 6:15 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., as needed
Purpose of the Position
To successfully provide children with a nurturing, safe, and healthy environment while supporting the Early Childhood Educator.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Other duties may be assigned.
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Knowledgeable in the Developmental Milestones for the assigned classroom (birth to 4 years).
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Communicate with parents regarding child development.
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Follow weekly lesson plans including sensory, music, art, science, math, small and large motor activities that stimulate all areas of development.
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Assist in ensuring the best interests of all children are met.
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Follow Bay City Public Schools Early Childhood Centers Employee Handbook and Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers.
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Implement and uphold Program Guide, Health Policies and Procedures.
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Hold current Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
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Follow OSHA procedures for blood-borne pathogens.
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Participate in required continuing education and staff meetings.
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Practice emergency procedures routinely.
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Arrive to work on time, organized, and ready to meet children's needs.
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Maintain child-friendly, respectful communication and professional attitudes.
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Contribute to team responsibilities.
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Interact positively with children at their level.
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Greet parents, children, visitors, and staff warmly.
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Maintain open communication with parents to foster mutual understanding.
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Share ideas and accept suggestions to enhance the program.
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Respond consistently to children’s needs for comfort and support.
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Praise children for accomplishments to build competence.
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Respect children’s curiosity while guiding gentle interactions.
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Send daily notes home in infant, wobbler, and toddler classrooms.
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Model language through communication, singing, and reading books.
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Encourage brain development through sensory and interactive experiences.
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Recognize each child's unique developmental needs.
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Maintain overall classroom awareness and safety.
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Follow group instruction plans and assist with room cleanliness.
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Record daily care activities for children under one year.
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Sanitize toys and follow safe sleep procedures.
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Clean and sanitize high chairs and meal areas using the three-step cleaning process.
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Enjoy working with children.
Dimensions of Position
Assist the Early Childhood Educator in supervising children and classroom personnel under the guidance of the Center Administrator.
Qualification Requirements
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Meet minimum State of Michigan licensing requirements for Lead Caregiver.
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Must be at least 18 years of age.
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Hold a high school diploma or GED.
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Be of responsible character and suitable to meet children's needs.
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Have a current physical exam and TB test.
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Possess a genuine love for working with children.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Computer Skills
Language Skills
Mathematical Skills
Reasoning Ability
Other Skills and Abilities
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Apply knowledge of research and theory.
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Establish effective relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
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Exhibit strong communication skills.
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Perform duties with full awareness of district policies and legal requirements.
Physical Demands
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Regularly required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
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Must manage multiple demands and ensure child safety.
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Visual abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
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Moderate to loud noise levels.
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Duties performed indoors and outdoors.
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Reasonable accommodations provided as needed.
This job description complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Bay City Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs or activities.
