Job Description
DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking program aides and MSDE School Age Qualified Directors.
Morning, afternoon, and combined shift opportunities may be available.
Morning Shift: 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsibilities include implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and weekly lesson plans meeting the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of
children. - Other duties include assisting with cleaning and maintaining a healthy, safe environment, and promoting positive, open communication with families, children, and staff and supervises, trains and counsels Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Program Aides.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Meet applicable MSDE Office of Child Care qualifications for a School Age Child Care Teacher under COMAR 13A.16.06.10, including age, education, training, and
experience requirements. - Qualify through an approved pathway, which may include required preservice coursework and experience, an eligible degree, qualifying teacher certification, or another pathway recognized by the regulation.
- Provide documentation of education, approved training, and qualifying experience.
- Complete required ADA and basic health and safety training within applicable regulatory timeframes.
- Complete required background screenings and employment health documentation.
- Obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification as required for the assignment.
- Complete required continuing education and maintain a professional development plan, including at least 12 hours of approved training per full year of employment.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, dependable attendance, effective communication, and the ability to respond calmly to children's needs.
- Be able to perform essential job duties, including active supervision and participation in indoor and outdoor activities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Experience working with elementary school-age children in a licensed child care program, school, camp, or recreation setting.
- Experience developing engaging activities and supporting positive behavior.
- Experience supporting children with diverse developmental, learning, and social/emotional needs.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Columbia, Maryland |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $27–$29 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 1 to 9 employees |
| Year Founded | 1978 |
| Website | https://kennedy-services.com/ |
About Company
Founded in 1978, Kennedy Services is one of Maryland’s oldest independent, woman-owned staffing services. Over 40 years later we are committed to our original mission to empower clients, talent and community through our service. It is this drive to improve the lives of those with whom we work that serves as our vision.
Our people are the greatest contributor to our success and we attribute our growth to the quality and dedication of our employees. Simply put, we built our business one outstanding employee at a time and we work tirelessly to do the same for our clients. Over 40 years’ industry experience has enabled us to refine our recruiting and staffing processes to place the best candidates in our clients’ most difficult positions. Over the years we have staffed (temp, temp-to-perm, and direct hire) employees of varied skill sets and professions, regularly demonstrating the flexibility necessary to meet the unique needs of each client. Today we serve employers in both the public and private sectors by sourcing and placing talent that facilitates their growth.
As a woman-owned minority business headquartered within Baltimore’s Empowerment Zone, Kennedy Services is certified as a Minority Business Enterprise with the States of Maryland and Virginia, and the City of Baltimore. This status provides increased government contracting opportunities for our client partners, making us an ideal teaming partner for any company bidding government jobs requiring minority participation.
Regardless of whether you are seeking employment opportunities or talent acquisition resources, Kennedy’s expertise and experience provide the strategic advantage to get you to your next level.
Skills
- CPR Certificationunmatched
- Childcareunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- First Aidunmatched
- Health Maintenanceunmatched
- Lesson Plansunmatched
- People Managementunmatched
- Plan Meetingsunmatched
- Primary Schoolunmatched
- Recreationunmatched
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