Child Care Assistant

Coast Guard Exchange (USCGCSC)

. Plan and execute early childhood education experiences using varied materials .

Posted 9/24/2026part-timeCape May • New Jersey • United StatesJunior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education, focusing on the emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of children. Proficient in implementing age-appropriate curricula and maintaining a safe and engaging environment for children.

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Early Childhood EducationChild Development TechniquesCurriculum DevelopmentSafety MonitoringPhysical Caregiving

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Hard Skills

High School DiplomaGED CertificateChildcare ExperienceHealth ChecksActivity PlanningData ReportingPhysical Ability to Lift 45 PoundsIndoor and Outdoor WorkBackground Investigation CompletionCivilian Medical Clearance Examination

Soft Skills

Professional InteractionPositive CommunicationTeam CollaborationChild Guidance

Industry Keywords

ChildcareYouth DevelopmentGroup Program ExperienceSafety and Well-BeingSnack and Meal Preparation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute early childhood education experiences using varied materials
Promote healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child
Work with the director and teachers to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities
Establish an environment promoting positive interactions among children, youth, and adults
Assist in providing and leading planned activities
Interact with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques
Interact professionally with staff, parents, and the command
Maintain program participation data and complete required daily reports
Prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials
Monitor children in classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, restrooms, study halls, lunch areas, and bus loading areas
Maintain control of and account for children’s whereabouts and safety
Arrange and serve appropriate snacks and meals where applicable
Perform routine caregiving tasks and attend to children’s physical needs
Conduct health checks and ensure children’s safety and well-being
Complete reports and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED certificate
Must be able to read, write and speak in English
One year of general experience working with children in a group program with children and/or youth
Physical ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds and over, sit and rise from the floor, walk, bend, stoop, and stand routinely
Ability to work indoors and outdoors
Ability to satisfactorily complete Tier 1 background investigation, including state checks, upon hiring and renew every 5 years
Ability to satisfactorily pass the Civilian Medical Clearance Examination at preplacement and every two years
Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all applicable pre-employment requirements
Non-U.S. nationals must be authorized to work in the U.S. and meet the stated residency requirement
Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives
Resume or other written application format must be submitted in English
Preferred: two years of education above high school including 12 semester hours in relevant fields, or a one-year vocational certificate in childcare

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Annual and Sick Leave
Holiday Pay
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flexible/Dependent Spending Account
Pension Plan
401k Savings Plan
Life Insurance
Short Term/Long Term Disability
Tuition Assistance
Paid Parental Leave
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities