Child Care Provider in Alamogordo, New Mexico at Chicanos Por La Causa

Help New Mexico (HELPNM) was created in 1965 by the interdenominational New Mexico Council of Churches to support education in their community. Today, their legacy and impact carry on through HELPNM’s work as a fully-owned subsidiary of CPLC. The Office of Learning and Academic Opportunity (OLAO) provides services to children and families from birth to eight years of age. Our priority is to provide general services related to families in the areas of education, health and social/behavioral development. OLAO also provides an intentional, coordinated approach to strengthening the family unit and combines programming for children and adults in order to build strong and stable families.

OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible to supervise and monitor the safety of the children in their care; as well as organize mealtimes and snacks for children and to develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime. Also, provides a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play. Facilitates children in problem-solving.

SPECIALIZATIONS

This position is non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to the Agency’s policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours and premium pay.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Always supervises and monitors the safety of children in their care.

2. Facilitates meal and snack time for children through family style dining.

3. Assists children to keep good hygiene.

4. Change the diapers of infants and toddlers, preschoolers if necessary.

5. Organize activities or implement a curriculum that allow children to learn about the world and explore interests.

6. Develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime.

7. Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring the problems to the attention of the parents and the person in charge of the center.

8. At times keeps records of children’s progress, routines, and interest.

9. Introduce infants/toddlers to basic concepts, such as manners, sharing and taking turns by reading to them, and playing with them.

10. Assist preschool-age children to prepare for kindergarten by playing, solving problems, questioning, and experimenting.

11. Utilize play and other instructional techniques to assist children’s development.

12. Assist older school-age children with homework, if needed.

13. Always provides positive guidance to all children.

14. Observe children to detect signs of illness, injury, issues, developmental, child abuse or child neglect and immediate report to the appropriate authorities.

15. Attends all training opportunities and all staff meetings provided and scheduled.

16. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

17. Adheres to all program and funding regulations, as well as agency and program policies and procedures and service plans.

18. Will abide by the Confidentiality Statement and the Core Values of the program.

19. Performs other duties as assigned and which are deemed necessary or desirable by the program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education/Background:

• High School Diploma/GED AND Child Development Associate (CDA) or must be willing to work towards obtaining a Child Development Associate (CDA) within 6 months of hire required
• Some experience working or volunteering with young children is preferred
• Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) is preferred
• First Aid/CPR Certified or willing to obtain within the first 6-months of employment is required.
• Applicants must obtain Food Handlers card upon hire
• TB Skin Test or chest X-ray
• NM ECECD Background Clearance

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Full-time employee’s benefits below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.