Childcare Caregiver 2Salary Range $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly Position Type Full-Time Year Round Category Childcare
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation: Hourly wage, adjusted based on experience.
Benefits: Full-time, year-round, benefited position including:
- Optional company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account, employer paid short term disability & long-term disability offerings 401(k) retirement plan (with company match up to 5%)Paid parental leave
- Paid time off, holiday and sick pay
- Free season pass for employee/dependents
- Privileges at several other resorts
Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, friends & family tickets, etc.)
Job Summary:
The Childcare Caregiver 2 at Killington Resort plays a vital role in providing nurturing, high-quality care for children in our resort childcare center. This position is responsible for the direct care of children ages 4 months to 6 years, creating engaging experiences for both our employee and local families with recurring care needs and guests visiting our mountain resort. The ideal caregiver combines a passion for child development with the ability to create a safe, fun environment that allows parents to enjoy their Killington experience with peace of mind. The childcare center is open 7:45 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 7-days/week December-March and Monday-Friday April-November.
Employees in this position receive free childcare for their dependent children on days they are working.
Summary of Key Responsibilities:
- Provide attentive, responsive care to children in assigned room or groups
- Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating environment for all children
- Assist with daily routines including activities, meals, naps, diaper changes, and bathroom breaks
- Support children's social-emotional development through positive guidance techniques
- Adapt activities to meet the individual needs and interests of children
- Learn, understand, and consistently adhere to all Vermont childcare licensing regulations and standards in daily practice
- Build positive relationships with both recurring families and vacation guests
- Communicate effectively about children's daily experiences, needs, and achievements
- Provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere for parents during drop-off and pick-upAddress parent questions and concerns professionally, referring complex issues to room leads or supervisors
- Assist in preparing, implementing, and cleaning up after activities
- Document children's attendance, meals, naps, and other required information
- Maintain appropriate ratios and group sizes according to Vermont regulations
- Support seasonal and special programming related to mountain resort experiences
- Help maintain organization of supplies, toys, and equipment
- Contribute ideas for program improvement and enhancement
- Work cooperatively with other caregivers and room leads
- Communicate effectively about children's needs during shift changes
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities
- Assist with daily cleaning tasks and help maintain the overall cleanliness and organization of the facility
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:- Meet minimum qualifications for a Teacher Assistant per Vermont DCF regulations.
- Certified in pediatric first aid and in infant and child CPR1 year experience working with children in grade 3 or younger
- Genuine enjoyment of and respect for children
- Ability to pass comprehensive background check
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds, sit on floor, and actively engage with children
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Clear communication skills and professional demeanor
- Reliability, patience, and positive attitude
- Willingness to work weekends and holidays during peak resort seasons
- Creativity in developing age-appropriate activities
It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.
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