Temporary Opportunity

POSITION:               CHILD CARE ASSISTANT
HOURLY RATE:         $12.71            GRADE:  A11
HOURS:                    25-29 hours per week, 12 months per year
JOB NUMBER:           08025APT3
CLOSING DATE:       August 19, 2008, 4:45 p.m. MST
CONTACT:                Andrew Plucker        EMAIL: andrew.plucker@pima.edu

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Child Development Centers at Pima Community College provide children three to five years of age with a quality education.  In addition to serving children, the center hosts internships for college students studying early childhood education.  The centers are licensed by the State of Arizona and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and centers abide by State and accreditation regulations and standards.

The successful candidate will effectively assist in providing high-quality, developmental experiences, care and protection to children enrolled in the center; maintain a safe and healthy environment for preschool children; implement curriculum at the direction of the lead teacher; monitor children’s developmental and behavioral issues; inspect supplies and equipment to ensure compliance with State regulations; prepare and serve basic meals and snacks for children; participate in parent and/or community events relevant to the job; apply excellent interpersonal skills with co-workers, supervisor, parents, children and the public; maintain required documentation in accordance with State regulations and program requirements; oversee work of student interns and volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Knowledge of:  General principles of child development; basic principles of health, nutrition, food preparation, safety and sanitation; principles of CPR/First Aid; basic record keeping principles.

Ability to:  Supervise children of various ages and effectively manage their behaviors; communicate effectively with children, co-workers, parents and the public to foster productive relationships; maintain a clean, safe and secure environment in accordance with State and accreditation requirements; recognize and report problems; observe and record children’s development and behaviors; prepare basic meals and snacks; maintain documentation according to State and program standards.

Experience, Education and Licensing:

C.D.A. certificate and one year experience in child care is preferred.  Minimum of one year experience, high school diploma (or GED), and 6 college credits in early childhood education (ECE)/child development (CD) OR 30 hours of documented instruction from conferences/workshops in ECE/CD is required.  For candidates without a C.D.A., completion of a C.D.A. certificate must be met by 2010 for continued employment. 

Candidates must submit current First Aid and CPR certification, and must meet the State licensing requirement of 21 years of age or older.  Prior to employment, the selected candidate must: 

    a) provide proof of attainment of 21 years of age;
    b) take a tuberculin screening and submit proof of negative reading;
    c) pass fingerprint search clearance.

Physical Requirements:  Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently.  Candidate must be able to lift and carry small children as needed.

METHOD OF EVALUATION:  Applicants who submit complete application packets (required application materials are listed in the “How to Apply” section below) will be evaluated on their possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and attributions that have been identified as important to successful performance in the position.

OTHER INFORMATION:  This is an externally-funded position.  Continued employment is contingent upon continued funding from designated sources.  Daily/weekly work hours vary subject to child-to-teacher ratio. 

HOW TO APPLY:  Interested applicants must submit the following materials to Human Resources Department, District Office, Building D, location code 1180 in order to receive further consideration: 

1. Completed and signed “Pima Community College Application for Employment – Staff Personnel.”  Do not say, “See resume” in lieu of a completed application.
2. Updated and complete resume.
3. A letter of interest not to exceed two (2) pages in length.  In the letter of interest, address your knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the duties and qualifications of this position, as well as the strengths you would bring to this assignment (Please refer to the listed “Qualifications” detailed within).
4. Current First Aid and CPR certification.

In addition:

• Applicants with disabilities may request that special accommodations be made to complete the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, a minimum of 5 working days’ advance notice is requested. Contact (520) 206-4624.
• Applications will not be considered complete until all of the items listed under “How to Apply” have been received by District Human Resources office by 4:45 p.m. MST on the closing date.
• Incomplete, illegible, or late application materials will not be considered.
• Candidates are responsible for their own travel expenses at any stage of the screening process.
• Legible photocopies of the application form will be accepted with an original signature and current date.
• Employment is contingent upon approval by the Board of Governors.
• Application and complete job announcement may be downloaded at www.pima.edu/pimajobs.

Pima County Community College District
Human Resources, Employment Office
4905D East Broadway, Suite 102
Tucson, AZ 85709-1180
Toll Free 1-877-PIMAJOB; Phone (520) 206-4624; TTY (520) 206-4852; FAX (520) 206-4662;
Web Address: http://www.pima.edu/pimajobs

Office hours are Monday through Friday, between 8:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.
Application materials may also be obtained from the Business Office at each campus.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer