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$50,667 – $62,938 a year
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Full-time
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The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of 10,000 House Members, Officers and staff. The CAO organization comprises more than 650 technical and administrative staff working in a variety of areas, including information technology, finance, budget management, human resources, payroll, child care, food and vending, procurement, logistics and administrative counsel.
The House of Representatives Child Care Center (HRCCC) has been providing full-day, year-round, quality childcare for children of the Members of Congress, staff, and House support personnel since 1987. Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the HRCCC is a developmentally based childcare program where staff work as partners with parents in the development of the whole child, including their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. Our mission is to provide exceptional quality care and developmentally appropriate learning experiences in a safe, nurturing, and diverse environment to support the children and families of the House Community.
The incumbent serves as a Lead Teacher and is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of exemplary child care services to the House Community. The duties and responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Director. The position has supervisory/managerial responsibilities.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of child care services in assigned classroom. Ensure quality and continuity of care in the classroom at all times. Provide and coordinate care for children including changing diapers/toileting, feeding, and comforting. Ensure all children’s physical, cognitive, and emotional needs are met.
2. Be a leader in the classroom, Child Care Center, and CAO team. Show initiative towards the improvement of provided services by sharing ideas and participating in meetings.
3. Coordinate and oversee all aspects of classroom operation. Train, coach, and mentor staff, providing tools and resources. Model high quality work, and demonstrate and promote ongoing reflection and growth. Hold regular classroom team meetings and manage work-time schedules of team. Appropriately address employee conflicts and disciplinary actions.
4. Prioritize health and safety; includes, but not limited to: conduct daily child health and safety checks, maintain child to staff ratios, provide active supervision of children, be aware of all special health and dietary needs, monitor and respond appropriately to illness & injury and emergency situations, follow cleaning & sanitation guidelines, and utilize universal precautions. Immediately raise/bring to Directors’ attention any relevant information or issues concerning or related to staff, children, and/or families.
4. Coordinate and oversee developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum and assessment planning, implementation, and documentation. Prepare for and hold Parent-Teacher Conferences, orientation meetings, and other parent meetings as needed. Support children and families through transitions including enrollment and withdrawal, between classrooms, to and from home each day, and between activities throughout the day.
5. Maintain accurate records and logs in a timely and organized fashion. Create and keep up-to-date classroom handbooks, child portfolios, and NAEYC Classroom Portfolio.
6. Treat all children, families, and staff with dignity and respect, allowing for individual differences. Establish positive relationships with each child, family member, and coworker. Communicate effectively and professionally orally and in writing. Maintain confidentiality. Continually remain calm in challenging situations. Utilize developmentally and situationally appropriate behavior management techniques.
7. Seek and attend ongoing professional development and demonstrate an attitude of continual growth.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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Qualifications
- Academic degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Early Childhood Special Education or higher (or equivalent work experience). Active CDA preferred.
- Minimum 3 years experience and continued interest in working with young children and their families in an early childhood setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic child development as well as the ability to understand the developmental progress and identify the needs of all applicable children.
- Ability to understand child care educational research and/or best practices, and convert/apply to the classroom.
- Ability to organize and plan effectively. Detail oriented with the ability to work under stress, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact, as well as the ability to exercise judgement and discretion.
- Ability to sustain a high level of energy and a positive, professional attitude.
- Proficient in using varied information and automated office systems to include computers and mobile devices, MS Office, web-based systems, copier, phone, etc.
Additional requirements:
- Ability to acquire and maintain Infant/Child/Adult CPR Certification. Required within 30 days of hire date.
- Ability to acquire and maintain First Aid Certification. Required within 30 days of hire date.
- Ability to successfully complete an annual physical, maintain required vaccinations and tuberculosis test (current documentation may not be older than 12 months).
- Ability to maintain consistent and reliable attendance required. Flexibility with scheduling and availability to work additional hours as needed.
- Ability to meet minimum physical requirements:
- lift (from floor) and carry up to fifty pounds
- push a crib/cart/stroller with up to 6 children for potentially long distances
- carry Classroom Go-Bag and other emergency supplies
- utilize fine and medium hand manipulations.
- assume postures in low level positions such as bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and sitting on the floor
- agility to move from a seated position to a standing position promptly to respond to emergency situations
- possess hearing and visual capabilities necessary to monitor the environment and children’s well-being
- be outdoors for regular, prolonged activities in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions
- Must be able to secure and maintain applicable security clearances.
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Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Candidates will be evaluated using a structured interview process.
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Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have – whether you’re a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you’re eligible under their policies.
Resume submission is required.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link: https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/631?c=house
Agency contact information
CAO Human Resources
Phone
Address
CAO
441 2nd St
Washington, DC 20515
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
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Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
Resume submission is required.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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