Preschool Fees Administrative Aide

About the Employer

Job Summary

Under the direction of the site instructor and assistant site instructor, the Hillsborough County Public Schools Out of School Time (HOST) program Elementary Childcare Aide will provide direct supervision of students by performing childcare duties and related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists the site instructor and/or assistant instructor.
• Assists with organizing and cleaning up after activities, and helps to maintain the cleanliness and order of play and storage areas, including equipment, games, and manipulatives, according to health and safety standards.
• Participates in daily program activities and performs basic duties related to daily program operations.
• Attends site host staff meetings, including workshops and in-service training programs related to job assignment and duties.
• Maintains current first aide/CPR/AED certification (applicable coursework shall be included in the 15-hour requirement).
• Builds positive relationships with children and other staff members.
• Conducts group activities as directed by the site instructor; plans independently and implements daily activities for children.
• Ensures compliance with rules and applicable district, local, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Experience

Childcare experience preferred but not required.

District Expectations

All district employees must:
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district's vision, mission, goals, and strategic plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities and Tasks

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Adaptability

Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Cooperation

Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Dependability

Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Job Knowledge

• Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
• Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Keeps abreast of current developments.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Displays understanding of how job relates to others.
• Uses resources effectively.

Safety & Security

Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Education

A high school diploma, GED, or 17 years of age and currently enrolled in high school.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

• Attend 15 hours of child care training each year.
• Maintain current first aide/CPR/AED certification (applicable coursework shall be included in the 15-hour requirement).
• All training requirements must be completed within three (3) months of appointment start date; applicable coursework shall be included in the 15-hour requirement.

Language Skills

Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.

Mathematical Skills

Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Computes rate, ratio, and percent and draws and interprets bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deals with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

None.

Physical Demands

Physical activities: standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing, near acuity, and field of vision. Lifting demands: up to 55 pounds. Reaching activities: both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead. Environmental conditions: noise intensity: 3, moderate.

Other Requirements

None