Child Care Worker

Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives.  Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Child Care Worker, assists the lead dietitian in planning and preparing for cooking classes. This includes setting up the cooking stations, ensuring all necessary ingredients and equipment are available, maintaining organization throughout the class, assisting in the clean-up process, including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, and organizing equipment. During the class, the cooking class assistant provides hands-on support and guidance to children and their parents.

Hourly Rate $20.00

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma plus 1 year experience working with children is required.

LOCATION

Hartford, CT

SCHEDULE

Fill-in Substitute

The class will be every other Tuesday 4pm-830pm dates of the classes below

July 16

Aug 6

Aug 20

Sept 3

Sept 17

October 1

October 15

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides a healthy environment for the children by appropriately interacting with them during class.

Knowledgeable about early childhood development and able to interact according to child’s needs.

Ensure a safe and clean cooking environment by supervising and assisting with kitchen hygiene practices and kitchen safety principles.

Encourage and support children in their cooking endeavors, fostering a positive and enjoyable learning experience.

Assist with the clean-up process after each class, including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, and organizing equipment.

Informs supervisor and cleaning crew of any issues that need to be addressed.

Maintains awareness of mandated reporting laws regarding suspected child abuse.

Identifies signs of potential abuse and reporting concerns to supervisor.

Supports clinical staff offering feedback about child care.

Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.