Clinical Educator jobs in Alamogordo, NM

CDC Educator
For over 50 years, the CARC, INC. mission has been to empower adults with developmental
disabilities to live active and fulfilling lives. We aim to make a difference in the lives of our
clients and our community at large.

Explore our website to learn how you can find Work with Purpose as a CARC employee.

Job Summary
The CDC Educator, also known as a Day Care Worker, plays a vital role in providing high-quality
care and education to children in the CARC daycare setting. They create a safe and nurturing
environment where children can learn, grow and develop essential skills.
Hours: Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for children in the daycare center.
• Create and implement age-appropriate educational activities and programs that promote child development in areas such as language, social-emotional skills, cognitive abilities and physical growth.
• Engage with children in play-based learning activities that foster creativity, problem- solving and self-expression.
• Establish positive and supportive relationships with children and their families, promoting open communication and collaboration.
• Ensure the well-being of every child by monitoring their health, safety and dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized daycare environment, including sanitizing toys and equipment regularly.
• Observe and document children's behaviors, growth and milestones to inform parents and caregivers of their child's progress.
• Collaborate with other daycare team members to plan and coordinate daily routines, schedules and special events.
• Attend to children's personal needs, including feeding, diapering and naptime.
• Uphold all daycare policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality and following licensing regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to pass all required background checks.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong passion and dedication for working with children and supporting their growth and development.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents and colleagues.
• Patience, compassion and a nurturing nature.
• Ability to create engaging and stimulating activities for children of different ages and developmental stages.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a childcare setting.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the varying needs of children and their families.

Benefits
Full time employees at CARC, Inc. have access to:

• Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision and Life
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K with employer match

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We encourage
applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.