Daycare Assistant

Job Summary:
A Daycare Assistant supports the daily operations of the childcare center by providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. This role involves assisting lead teachers with classroom activities, supervising children, maintaining cleanliness, and promoting each child's physical, emotional, and social development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Assist with planning and implementing age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
• Help children with meals, snacks, toileting, diapering, and personal hygiene as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom and play areas.
• Monitor children's behavior and encourage positive social interactions.
• Assist with nap time, transitions, and daily routines.
• Communicate professionally with parents and guardians regarding children's daily activities when appropriate.
• Follow all childcare licensing regulations and health and safety policies.
• Support lead teachers with classroom preparation, recordkeeping, and special projects.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and administer basic first aid if trained.