Elementary Group Childcare Leader

About the Employer

Job Title and Classification

• Job Title: Childcare Assistant Group Leader - Kids Express
• Classification: Support Staff

Calendar

2613ft or 2612pt (9 months)

Salary

Grade 104 (Support Hourly)

Job Goal

Assist in providing quality childcare in a nurturing, safe environment using a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months' experience required
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related software
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Negative TB test required upon hire

Core Job Functions

• Supervise Children
• Supervise children in the before and after school program, but not limited to play periods, mealtime, field trips, bathroom, assemblies, and emergency drills.
• Prepare Lesson Plans
• Prepare lesson plans and instruct children with an age-appropriate curriculum.
• Create Classroom Displays
• Develop and create bulletin boards, signs, borders, and classroom displays.
• Assist Students
• Assist students with various physical, emotional, and educational needs.
• Provide Guidance
• Provide guidance and direction to students regarding appropriate behavior and social skills.
• Communicate with Parents
• Communicate with parents on the student's progress, behaviors, issues, and outcomes.
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed.
• Perform Other Duties
• Be flexible and perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisor.
• Establish a Safe Environment
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Maintain Cleanliness
• Keep educational materials, equipment, and the general room environment neat, safe, and clean.
• Attend Training Sessions
• Attend all staff training sessions, meetings, and programs.
• Accept Responsibility
• Accept responsibility for students' wellbeing and safety while they are in the employee's care.
• Report Concerns
• Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observation.
• Operate Equipment Properly
• Operate and care for the school district's equipment properly.
• Follow District Policies
• Follow district policies as outlined.
• Perform Duties Safely
• Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed by supervisors.
• Participate in Training
• Participate in a minimum of 18 training hours per year.
• Maintain Certification
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification as required by the program.

Core Values

In all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product. And fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel. Is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model. Is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization. Is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.
• Excellence
• Equity and Fairness
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Efficiency

Professional Qualities

Promote positive interactions with colleagues, students, parents, and community members. Be responsible, reliable, and punctual. Be flexible and adaptable to change. Positively accept direction. Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district. Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills. Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis. Be a positive role model for students. Adhere to district and school rules and procedures.
• Promote Positive Interactions
• Be Responsible and Reliable
• Be Flexible and Adaptable
• Positively Accept Direction
• Direct Constructive Criticism
• Exercise Positive Problem-Solving Behavior
• Share Sensitive Information
• Be a Positive Role Model
• Adhere to District Rules

Physical Requirements

Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting. The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability. Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises. The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential job functions.

Note

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. Updated 10/30/25