Full Time Childcare Assistant

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NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION

POSTING DATE:  May 26, 2026 until filled

POSITION:  Full-Time Childcare Assistant (2 positions available) – Wilma Valentine Childcare

QUALIFICATIONS:  High School Graduate. Ohio Department of Education & Workforce Aide Permit or willingness to obtain (the Board of DD will provide guidance in obtaining the permit if needed). Successful completion of a physical, BCI/FBI background check and multiple database background checks.  Must be physically capable to lift, carry, and move children in a safe manner.

DUTIES: 

  • Assist in the daily personal care of children enrolled in the childcare program.  This includes diapering, rest-rooming, lifting and moving children aged three (3) through six (6).
  • Implement and modify plans for children related to their individual needs.
  • Assist in keeping records and documentation.
  • Maintain discipline and child accountability on school/childcare grounds and on excursions in the community.
  • Assist in developing and implementing instructional and recreational activities and daily routines for children.
  • Interact and communicate with families at arrival and dismissal to assist with transition.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
  • Maintain professional ethics in keeping with the confidentiality of information and materials.    
  • Demonstrate support of the program philosophy, policies, and procedures. 
  • Complete all required training for maintaining Step-Up-To-Quality (SUTQ) standards and Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW) Educational Aide Permit requirements.

HOURS: Wilma Valentine Childcare operates weekdays between the hours of 5:30am and 5:30pm. These positions work year-round – Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 5:30pm. 7.5 hours per day – 37.5 hours per week.

COMPENSATION:   Pay starting at $14.17 per hour or more, based on relevant experience. Benefits include Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS); medical, dental, vision, life insurance; paid sick leave, vacation and personal leave.  Eleven paid Federal Holidays and extended holiday periods in July and December.

CONTACT:  To be considered, please notify the Board of DD of your interest via cover letter & resume and/or electronic application: Please submit a cover letter and resume to:  Lisa Brady @ Shelby County Board of DD, 1200 S. Children’s Home Rd., Sidney, OH  45365 lbrady@shelbydd.org AND Visit www.shelbydd.org, click on EMPLOYMENT, click on APPLY ONLINE TODAY, complete the information in full and submit electronically to the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

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