MILACA PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION

Wrap Around Care Aide

Reports to: Enrichment/Recreation and Care Coordinator

Dept: Community Education

Terms: Yearly Notice of Assignment

Hours: Varying schedule throughout week up to 20 hours per week

JOB SUMMARY

Follow the direction of the Enrichment/Recreation and Care Coordinator and Wrap Around Care Supervisor in a care setting for students ages 3 and 4. Work with students on crafts, artwork, writing, and other activities. Qualified individuals will be energetic, positive, child friendly, and willing to work in a fast paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent
Current first aid and CPR certification, or willingness to become certified

Work Experience:

One year experience of working with children

Special Knowledge/Essential Skills:

Demonstrates planning and implementation skills
Knowledge of behaviors and development of children, and appropriate guidance techniques
Flexibility and adaptability
Skills in communicating and working with young children, adults, and co-workers
Demonstrates trust, openness, respect, and caring for others
Strong organizational skills and a self – motivator
Ability to effectively manage and supervise students
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5 pounds constantly

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Support:
- Under the direction of the Enrichment/Recreation and Care Coordinator and Wrap Around Care Supervisor, implements and supervises planned activities and developmentally-appropriate group play. Guides children in problem-solving and social awareness skills as needed. Models strategies for positive peer interactions.
- Assists in preparing classroom supplies and materials for the program. Sets-up classrooms according to plans. Prepares beverages, and snacks for classes as needed.
- Assists in supplies maintenance; sets up storage and rotation of classroom materials;
- Promotes and protects the physical well-being of all children. Performs duties to ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations. Provides first aid when necessary and completes required district forms on injury and/or behavioral incidences.

Communication and teamwork:
- Greets parents and children upon arrival and departure. Addresses parent questions and concerns, as appropriate, or refers issues to the Enrichment/Recreation and Care Coordinator and Wrap Around Care Supervisor.
- Maintains a working relationship with other community education staff, custodians, and school district personnel.
- Attends training sessions, staff meetings, workshops, or in-services as required.
- In the coordinator's absence, oversees the daily operation of the program.
- Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and sometimes walk and sit on the floor depending on the age of the children.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs.
Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person, may need to lift arms to write on chalk or marking board and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch and reach above the head.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing ability to monitor activity and presence of students and respond to communication with students and adults is required.
Moving quickly to prevent children from getting hurt

Disclaimer: This description describes the general nature and work expected of an individual assigned to this position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.