Child Watch Attendant - Evenings

Open until filled

The City of Merriam Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an energetic Child Watch Attendant. A successful candidate will be available Monday and Wednesday evenings from 4:30-7:30 p.m. with the ability to work an occasional Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m.-Noon. This position is responsible to help support the City of Merriam’s mission in helping to present a safe, clean, friendly, and fun child care environment for children 6 months and older, performing duties in a safe manner, while promoting the City of Merriam’s values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 16 years of age

• 1 year of experience working in preschool/early childhood education programs is strongly preferred

• Current or ability to gain certification in the following before employment begins:

      Adult, Child and Infant First Aid and CPR certifications

      Sign and Symptoms of Illness

      Sign of Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements

• Must submit to and pass a Tuberculosis test

EOE/ADA

If reasonable accommodation is necessary to apply, or further information is needed, contact Stephanie Thompson - Human Resources, sthompson@merriam.org