Summer 2026, KITS, Lead Child Care Provider
Cottage Grove, OR - USA
Job Summary
KITS Child Care Provider
Early Education: Lead Child Care Provider
1 Position: Bohemia
Summer: Tuesday 8:30am-11:15am and 12:00pm-2:45pm
*Hours/days may fluctuate depending on program needs and supervisor approval
Summer: June 29th August 6th
Position Description:
There will be a mandatory training prior to the start of the program June 22nd-24th. The Child Care Provider will assist Kids in Transition to School (KITS) school readiness and parent groups through providing onsite childcare for siblings during groups. Implement behavior management techniques consistent with the KITS model and philosophy including appropriate reinforcement and limit setting. Follow program safety protocol. Assist with classroom projects and activities. Clean up activities after each group. Complete paperwork as needed. Groups meet 2.5 hours each session including prep. During the summer there will be a morning and afternoon session. There will be a morning and afternoon session one day a week on Tuesday with the exception of the first two weeks when meetings will be held on Tuesday and Thursday. Candidates will work during both morning and afternoon sessions at the same site.
- Arrange the environment and prepare materials for activities
- Complete paperwork as needed
- Model appropriate behavior during instruction and activities
- Assist children in making smooth transitions between activities
- Closely monitor the activities of a wide range of children and act promptly
- Monitor overall behavior and interactions among the group
- Ongoing assessment of childrens strengths and needs
- Participate in regular meetings
- Other project related tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- Understanding of child development and appropriate expectations for infant10-year olds
- First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain)
- Experience and/or training working with young children
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized
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