Before/Aftercare Team Member

Job Details: Job Location: UCP Downtown BETA Campus

• Orlando, FL, Salary Range: $25.00Hourly, Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.

Job Summary

Aftercare team members support the after-school program by providing activities and ensuring safety to the children.

Job Responsibilities

Follow directions given by the Enrichment Program Manager. Monitor/assist children during large group, small group and individual instruction. Actively facilitate cognitive, behavioral and social growth of children. Provide basic care giving duties (utilizing universal health and safety precautions) for children, including, but not limited to changing diapers, feeding children, and cleaning children’s hands, faces etc.

Assist in ensuring compliance with requirements and guidelines set forth by UCP, HIPPA, NAEYC, Department of Education, 4C, Department of Children and Families, and other State and Federal agencies. Engage with children during all activities by reading stories, engaging in center and playground play. Wash hands as needed according to UCP policy.

Ensure and carry out daily/weekly housekeeping chores for the classrooms, including, but not limited to sweeping floors after meals and activities, wiping tables and counters, placing trash in appropriate containers, and washing, sterilizing and putting away equipment (toys, laundry and dishes). Copy and otherwise facilitate preparation of materials prior to activity implementation for the classroom as directed..

Maintain positive team member and student interactions. Perform other duties as assigned. What UCP Offers Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children.

For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden. UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.

Qualifications

Education

(or equivalent) High School Diploma (minimal) CDA or AA in Early Childhood or related field preferred. Minimum Experience: 1 year working with children birth through age 8 in an educational or recreational setting.