Child Care & 4K Program Administration Assistant

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Child Care Assistant Director, the Child Care/4K Administrative Assistant will provide support for all areas of the Child Care and 4K programs within the policies of DCF and the Kettle Moraine YMCA.

Essential Functions:

1. Follows the DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
2. Communicates with staff, families and the general public regarding program information, registration and tours.
3. Files License/Youngstar/Registry applications and requirements.
4. Maintains staff records, including tracking staff Professional Development and continuing education, to ensure all staff are up-to-date and in compliance. Assists with Timecards.
5. Assists with classroom activity preparation.
6. Provides emergency relief for classroom teachers when ratios need to be met or for observations.
7. Tracks and records Rosters/Attendance sheets and employee certification/expiration.
8. Maintains Child and Adult Care Food Program spreadsheets/reporting.
9. Creates agendas/minutes for program related meetings.
10. Develops program guides, information for the website and general marketing for the department.
11. Provides support for new staff orientation and onboarding.
12. Assists directors in securing substitute teachers/classroom support/Mini Explorers.
13. Coordinates Holiday, Graduation, Parent Outreach, Program tours and School Pictures.
14. Place classroom orders/track expenditures for WBSD and grants.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum age of 21 years old.
2. Associate’s Degree required.
3. Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
4. Must complete and pass fingerprint check.
5. Must complete a Health Physical.
6. Child Care Teacher certification required or must obtain DPI Substitute teaching license within 30 days of hire.
7. The ability to appropriately interact with children at their cognitive level.
8. Previous experience in child care and customer service settings.
9. Proficient computer skills.

10 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Demands:

1. The ability to lift 40 lbs.
2. The ability to participate in required physical activities with the children.

Summary:

Make a difference in the lives of children! Staff will interact with and engage children in age appropriate activities throughout the day. Join our growing team with numerous career advancement opportunities available.

Working at the Y is a fun environment to improve the quality of life for those in our community! Staff members receive a FREE individual YMCA membership! Come join us at the YMCA!

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