Child Care Assistant, FT

Coast Guard Exchange (USCGCSC)

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

Posted 9/17/2026full-timePetaluma • California • United StatesJunior💰 $21 - $25 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 MonitoringReport Completion

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Hard Skills

Child GuidanceActivity PlanningHealth ChecksPhysical CaregivingData Maintenance

Soft Skills

Professional InteractionPositive CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED Certificate

Industry Keywords

ChildcareYouth DevelopmentGroup Program ExperienceFederal Background CheckCivilian Medical Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute early childhood education experiences using varied materials
Promote the 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

Must be 18 years or older to apply
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 both indoors and outdoors
Ability to satisfactorily complete a 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 be authorized to work in the United States
Non-U.S. nationals must have resided within the United States or U.S. territories for at least three of the last five years
Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and applicable pre-employment requirements
Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years old must be registered with the Selective Service System unless exempt
Must submit a resume or other written application format in English
Preferred: Two years of education above high school including twelve 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