Overview

1. Excellent Communication

- Communicates clearly, respectfully, and consistently.

- Actively listens and engages the participant in decisions about their day.

- Able to support emotional expression, preferences, and self-advocacy.

- Comfortable with collaborative problem-solving and transparent updates.

2. Task-Oriented and Organized

- Able to structure tasks, track progress, and follow routines or schedules.

- Supports participant with time management strategies and planning.

- Keeps the environment orderly in a way that supports independence.

3. Flexible and Adaptive

- Adjusts plans as needed based on participant energy, mobility, or mood.

- Creative in adapting community activities or tasks for accessibility.

- Willing to try new strategies or supports as the participant’s needs evolve.

4. Meaningful Engagement

- Builds genuine rapport through shared interests and positive interaction.

- Encourages the participant to participate in decisions, activities, and choices.

- Focuses on engagement, not just completion of tasks.

5. Fun and Community-Focused

- Enjoys getting into the community for recreation, social activities, exercise, and personal enrichment.

- Supports the participant with confidence and enthusiasm.

- Prioritizes safe, joyful experiences that align with DDA community integration expectations.

Responsibilities

Supervise and engage children across various age groups, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school-age children
Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote learning, creativity, and social development
Provide safe and attentive child supervision during playtime, mealtime, naps, and outings
Administer basic first aid and CPR in emergency situations while following mandated reporting laws
Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress, behavior, and daily activities
Support early childhood education principles through teaching experiences and behavior management strategies
Ensure a clean, safe environment by maintaining proper hygiene standards and adhering to childcare regulations

Skills

Experience working with individuals with disabilities and understanding childhood development needs
Proven experience caring for children across different age groups, including infants and preschoolers
Strong activity planning skills tailored to children's interests and developmental stages
Knowledge of childhood safety protocols such as first aid, CPR, and mandated reporting laws
Excellent child supervision abilities combined with effective behavior management techniques
Effective communication skills for parent engagement and team collaboration
Classroom or daycare experience demonstrating reliable caregiving practices and nurturing support

Join us to provide exceptional care that nurtures growth, inspires learning, and creates joyful moments for children. Your dedication will help shape positive experiences for families while advancing your career in early childhood education and caregiving.

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Caregiver, Inc.

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