Jefferson Parish
CHILD CARE WORKER (2359)
$9.98 Hourly
West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Permanent
2359-03A
General Services
03/23/2018
Continuous
$9.98 Hourly
West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Permanent
2359-03A
General Services
03/23/2018
Continuous
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL FOUR (4) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM - HEAD START.
THIS EMPLOYMENT LIST WILL ALSO BE USED FOR FUTURE EAST & WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES.
Kind of Work
The purpose of this position is to implement the program's curriculum, focusing on the developmental needs of preschoolers. Under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, provides supervision of children to ensure the total development of the child. Employee assists the teacher in establishing a proper classroom environment and responsible for preparing the physical environment for activities, rest times, and mealtimes. Assists in the supervision of the children in learning proper hygiene and eating habits as well as ensuring the children are receiving proper medical and/or physical assistance. Assists teacher in maintaining accurate classroom records as required. Prepares records for the children as directed by the teacher. Employee must be able to drive to various locations and centers to perform job duties, and must be willing to work on both West Bank and East Bank of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Minimum age of eighteen (18) years and possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
PREFERRED: Current enrollment in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program or possession of a CDA credential.
Proof of education is required.
NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (LA R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
JOB POSTING NO: 2359-03A
DATE: 11/20/15
RE-OPENED: 12/16/16
AMENDED: 03/23/18
- Employer
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
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(504) 364-2730
- Website
- http://www.jeffparish.net/jppd
- Address
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200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100
Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
- Employer
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 364-2730
- Website
- http://www.jeffparish.net/jppd
- Address
-
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100
Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
- CHILD CARE WORKER (2359) Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- * QUESTION 2
- Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
- QUESTION 3
- The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all educational credentials. Thus, you must provide a copy of your college transcripts (non-official transcript are acceptable). If you are claiming any additional educational credits on your application, please submit proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information. Once obtained, please mail the information to the following address: Attn: Recruitment (Neo-Gov) Jefferson Parish Personnel Department 200 Derbigny St. Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 Failure to submit this information will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- * QUESTION 4
- Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age?
- * QUESTION 5
- Are you currently enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program or possess a CDA credential?
- * QUESTION 6
- How many months and/or years of experience do you have providing care for infants, toddlers, or preschool children at a child care center, facility, or school?
- * QUESTION 7
- Describe your experience providing care for infants, toddlers, or preschool children at a child care center, facility, or school. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
- * Required Question