CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Job Description

Site Responsibilities

• Assisting the Site Facilitator in the day-to-day operation of the program, completing paperwork, planning activities and special events by doing the following:
• Assist with the supervision of Site Assistants.
• Perform duties of Site Facilitator during absences.
• Sub at other sites upon request, potentially twice per week or during extended absences.
• Develop and foster relationships with children and families, ensure families have received & abide by Family Handbook policies. Enforce and follow up on policy violations/infractions.
• Provide and model effective positive and developmentally appropriate discipline techniques.
• Address behavioral concerns consistently and promptly. Document and discuss behaviors with Site Facilitator and guardians.
• With guidance from supervisor, facilitate difficult conversations with children, staff, families, school personnel, etc. regarding a variety of topics to include behavioral concerns, dismissals, staff conflicts or performance, and policy infractions.
• Mediate conflicts and disputes among children, staff, and families in a fair and impartial manner. Promote positive communication and cooperation to resolve issues effectively.
• Accurately document conversations, injuries, behavior issues, staff issues, etc., and outcomes in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines when managing sensitive information related to children, staff, and families.
• Plan, develop and execute activities and projects that support program schedule and curriculum. Recommend materials and equipment for purchase.
• Participate in Jumpstart Our Learning Time (JOLT) at site by providing educational opportunities to children.
• Support and implement program policies and procedures while maintaining licensing program, and subsidy standards.
• Work all scheduled Columbia Public Schools early release days and Adventure Club’s Full-Day Programs.
• Attend bi-weekly site staff meetings.

Program Coordinator Assistant Responsibilities

• Complete projects and assignments delegated by Administrative Staff, which may include: Data entry, filing, and other assistance for licensing, subsidy, quality improvement, and/or grant related paperwork etc. Contacting field trip venues and guest speakers. Assist with organization and facilitation of staff training. May be asked to teach throughout the year as well. Updating program materials and assist with marketing and social media. Assist with full day and summer programming planning. Assisting with purchasing and restock of supplies. Curriculum development, organization, and maintenance. Other duties as assigned.

Office Responsibilities

• Participate in an assigned committee.
• Attend and participate in weekly full-time staff meetings.
• Assist office staff upon request: covering phones, assisting with paperwork, filing, data entry, etc.
• Assist with special events throughout the semester.
• Other duties as assigned.