Childcare Caregiver

Mary Hall Freedom Village Inc•Sandy Springs, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Mary Hall Freedom Village, Inc. (MHFV) is to empower women, children, veterans, and families to end the cycle of homelessness, addiction, and poverty. Headquarters are in Sandy Springs, GA and with seven facilities across Metro Atlanta, Mary Hall Freedom Village has been transforming the lives of participants in need for the last 26+ years. We strive to break the cycle of homelessness, addiction, mental illness, and poverty. If you believe in the empowerment of women, children, veterans, and their families, please consider the employment opportunity below.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, CDA, or 6 hours of ECE credit preferred
Minimum of 1-2 years of childcare experience.
Complete 10 hours of Health & Safety Orientation Training within the first 90 days
Obtain Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification within 90 days of hire
Pass a Comprehensive Background Check
Complete 20 hours of annual training each year after the first year
High energy.
Ability to work well with others.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
An understanding of child development.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
The ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels.
May be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
Be able to lift 40lbs.
3- Year Motor Vehicle Report
TB Test; Drug Testing
Background check
Work performed in office / childcare environment.
Standard Work Schedule: M-F. (As needed)

Responsibilities

Provides constant supervision and ensures the safety and well-being of infants at all times.
Follows all state-required infant-to-teacher ratios and licensing regulations.
Performs routine care including feeding, diapering, soothing, and assisting infants with naptime routines.
Prepare bottles, breast milk, and age-appropriate foods according to parent instructions and center guidelines.
Maintains strict sanitation procedures, including cleaning and disinfecting toys, equipment, and classroom surfaces.
Supports safe sleep procedures (placing infants on their backs, empty cribs, monitoring nap checks, etc.).
Implements developmentally appropriate activities such as tummy time, sensory play, music, and early language interaction.
Observes infants’ behavior, development, and health, reports concerns to the Supervisor or Director.
Maintains accurate documentation of feedings, diaper changes, naps, and developmental notes and lesson plans.
Completes required incident reports and communicates daily with families in a professional, respectful manner.
Builds nurturing, trusting relationships with infants through consistent, responsive caregiving.
Works collaboratively with classroom team members to create a warm, predictable environment.
Attends required staff training, CPR/First Aid certification, and professional development sessions.
Adheres to all center policies, child safety procedures, and state childcare regulations.
Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned and works as a cooperative member of the team.