Childcare Group Leader - Whitinsville Program

JOB DESCRIPTION BLACKSTONE VALLEY CHILDREN’S PLACE GROUP LEADER

The Group Leader in Blackstone Valley Children’s Place is responsible for assisting with the creation and implementation of a school aged child care program that aids a child in their social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth. Group Leaders are responsible for planning and implementing daily programs, supervising program participants, behavior management and program development.

REPORTS TO:  School Age Program Administrator

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Hourly 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain constant visual/auditory supervision of children, indoors and out
• Document and communicate, to the BVCP Director, any observed situations or concerns for children and staff. 
• Complete bi-monthly staff observations for all group leader assistants in your room
• Conduct on-going observation and assessment of children’s progress, using technology provided. Observations must be conducted and recorded to meet all objectives and dimensions
• Complete Progress Reports in timely manner as mandated by EEC
• Ensure all children’s files in classroom are kept up-to-date and organized
• Follow health, safety and housekeeping procedures and maintain an inviting classroom environment
• Provide child guidance and behavior management according to the center’s policies and procedures
• Coordinate and participate in regular curriculum planning, implementation, reflection and evaluation
• Participate in preparation of materials, record keeping and other essential tasks
• Meet with parents on a periodic basis
• Communicate respectfully and professionally to parents, children and colleagues
• Assure that the program meets the needs of the individual child and is responsive to the cultural and socio-economical background of the children and families
• Come prepared to go outside with class, in any allowable weather conditions
• Attend all meetings and training sessions as mandated by your supervisor which may include evening and weekend hours
• Follow through with all Agency directives, assigned tasks and projects in a professional and positive manner, respecting supervision and constructive criticism
• Model the BVCP mission statement and “respect the dignity of all people”
• Maintain a plan for own professional development (IPDP), staying current in and/or taking courses leading to a certificate or a degree
• Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may be asked to perform other duties related to teaching as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• EEC Group Leader certification 
• Meet EEC requirements of CPR, First Aid, CORI, SORI, and Fingerprinting and a physical
• Physical, mental and emotional ability to accomplish the job, including evacuating the building, with or without corrective devices and accommodations, including the ability to read and write, to hear the conversational voice, to speak and be understood and the ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds in an emergency
• Meet EEC requirements for professional development hours completed each year and enter them into the PQ Registry under the appropriate Core Competency. This must include the minimum requirement for Diverse Learners
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and email
• Strong customer service, administrative and organizational skills 
• Excellent communication skills including: written and interpersonal

WHITIN COMMUNITY CENTER CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Supports the Mission, Vision and Direction of the Whitin Community Center: Understands and supports the mission of the Whitin Community Center; displays the Whitin Community Center values; displays flexibility and accepts change; is willing to try new methods and make suggestions; shows a strong commitment to the Whitin Community Center; conveys enthusiasm for the Whitin Community Center and his/her work.
2. Builds Community: Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members and participants make connections to others and to the Whitin Community Center; practices effective relationship-building techniques; supports the role of fund-raising in achieving the Whitin Community Center mission.
3. Provides a Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customers and Others: Possesses the ability to deliver outstanding experiences for members, participants, internal customers and others; builds warm and supportive relationships; consistently greets and assists everyone in a positive way; strives to provide service that will exceed expectations; responds to concerns and complaints in a way that makes each person feel valued; initiates action for prompt resolution; looks for better ways to serve and involve members, participants, internal customers and others.
4. Works Productively: Demonstrates responsible actions; consistently performs duties in a safe and conscientious manner within the agreed upon timeframe; follows standards, policies, and procedures; is reliable and consistently punctual; actively participates in staff meetings, required trainings, and other work related activities; uses good judgment; uses Whitin Community Center resources appropriately and efficiently.
5. Uses Effective Personal Behaviors/Communicates Effectively: Treats everyone with courtesy, respect and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works cooperatively as a team member.