• Job Description

  Req#: R-000001267
  At UK King's Daughters, we're not just a healthcare facility - we're a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We're more than just a place to work; we're a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.
  
  Job Description:
  Job Summary
  
  Responsible for supervising and ensuring the safety and well-being of children at all times. Monitors individual and group needs, responding promptly to concerns or issues. Assumes temporary responsibility for classroom activities, outdoor play, and gym time in the absence of the lead teacher. Promotes positive interactions and developmental growth for all children.
  
  Essential Functions
  • Coordinates room decoration and displays under the direction of the lead teacher.
  • Maintains compliance with state and local health department policies in the classroom.
  • Assists with cleaning and sanitizing classroom surfaces, furniture, and learning resources.
  • Disinfects toys and educational materials regularly.
  • Handles discipline promptly and appropriately according to policy, seeking guidance as needed.
  • Informs lead teacher of classroom supply, maintenance, or other concerns in a timely manner.
  • Maintains effective communication with parents while ensuring confidentiality.
  • Reports suspected child abuse or neglect to the Site Director or Administrative Director and contacts appropriate agencies per policy.
  • Supports other areas of the center as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  Education Requirement
  
  High school diploma or equivalent experience
  
  Associates degree in Early Childhoom Education preferred
  
  Experience Requirement
  
  0-2 years of experience in a relevant area
  
  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  
  All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
  
  Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
  
  Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
  
  Certifications & Licensures
  
  CPR and First Aid certification
  
  CDA certification preferred
  
  Working Conditions
  
  A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (<>
  B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
  
  C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
  
  D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
  
  E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (<>
  F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (<>
  G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
  
  H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
  
  I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
  
  J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (<>
  K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (<>
  L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (<>
  M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (<>
  N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (<>
  O. Radiation: 1. Never
  
  P. Burns: 1. Never
  
  Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (<>
  R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (<>
  S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
  
  T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (<>
  U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 2. Occasional (<>
  V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A
  
  Physical Demands
  
  This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning children or equipment; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; and occasional exposure to bloodborne or airborne pathogens. Additional occasional exposures include hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, temperature extremes, loud noises, animal handling, and combative or violent people.
  
  Additional Job Descriptions
  
  N/A
  
  Department:
  Child Development
  
  Shift:
  Days (United States of America)
  
  Address:
  2419 Lexington Avenue
  
  City, State:
  Ashland, Kentucky

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