Childcare Development Specialist
Position Detail
Industry: Human Resource Services
Job Type: Childcare Development Specialist
Employer: Creative Little Minds Learning Center II, LLC, Blooming Buds, Highland Play Center, or Building Kidz
Position: Childcare Development Professional Apprentice
On-The-Job Training: Mon-Fri, TBD
Related Instruction:
HCC Child Care Professional Registered Apprenticeship Program
Position Overview
Are you passionate about working with children and helping them grow? As a Child Care Development Specialist Apprentice, you’ll play a key role in guiding preschool-aged children through activities designed to promote their social, physical, and intellectual development. This apprenticeship provides a pathway for students eager to learn the fundamentals of early childhood education in a positive, supportive, learning-based environment. **Here’s what your role will include:**
- Child Instruction: Assist in instructing preschool-aged children using curricula or lesson plans that encourage learning and personal growth.
- Developmental Support: Engage children in activities that promote social skills, physical coordination, and intellectual curiosity.
- Environment Preparation: Help create and maintain a nurturing and supportive learning environment that fosters children’s development.
- Team Collaboration: Work with experienced educators to provide individualized attention and care to each child, ensuring they have a positive experience.
The Essentials for Entry
- Must be in Senior year of high school
- Submit Application
- Driver’s License Required
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have 4 credits available in schedule for Apprenticeship courses, (ex. schedule: 1-4A or 4B, 5, & 6)
- Class schedule not to exceed 3 credits including required English and Math to graduate
Your Apprenticeship Action Plan
- Interview with employer
- Receive & Accept Employment Offer
- Complete On-the-job-Training (20+ hrs a week minimum)
- Complete Related Instruction (4+ hrs a week)
- Complete year 1 of 2 year program
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate loves working with children and is excited to support their growth in a learning-based environment. They are patient, creative, and eager to develop the skills needed to advance in the childcare field. You must be:
- Passionate About Children: Thrives in working with preschool-aged children, helping them learn and grow through structured activities.
- Patient & Caring: Provides compassionate support to each child, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
- Creative Thinker: Enjoys developing fun and engaging activities that promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
- Team Player: Works well with educators and childcare staff to ensure each child receives the attention they need.
- Growth-Oriented: Dedicated to learning and building skills that can lead to higher-skilled and higher-paying positions in the childcare industry.
Note: Completion of this apprenticeship program will earn you 3 credits for on-the-job training and 1 credit for related instruction, contributing to your graduation requirements.