Childcare Specialist - XY Planning Network

About XYPN

XYPN is the only turnkey advice and planning platform that makes it possible for fee-for-service financial advisors to build the independent firm of their dreams with complete autonomy. We do this through ongoing advocacy and access to education and training, curated technology, compliance support, community, and back-office and client support services.XYPN was nationally recognized as one of The 346 Best Places to Work in 2019 by Inc. magazine. In addition, we have earned accolades from 2018-2022 as one of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in Montana and in the US by Inc. magazine. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing company that is reshaping the financial services industry for the better. About the XY Leaning Center

At XY Learning Center (XYLC), our mission is to provide exceptional care through a safe, responsive and nurturing environment that meets the needs of each child and family.

Our goals are:

To provide a safe environment while fostering relationships with nurturing and responsive care

To provide an environment and learning opportunities that meet the needs of each child

To provide a setting that allows children to learn and grow in social/emotional, cognitive, language and physical development

To provide learning experiences that ready children to be lifelong learners

To provide dependable and convenient child care service

XYLC's philosophy on caring for young children starts with admiration of each individual child. We feel that every child deserves exceptional care. As one of XYLC's well-qualified staff, you will provide a comforting environment by building a trusting relationship with each child and their family. We will have open communication with each family to make sure all of their child's ongoing needs are met. At XYLC, we understand that children are best understood in the context of their families' culture and community. We respect the dignity, worth and uniqueness of each child and family.

Curriculum is implemented to give each child the right challenge for their individual needs and development. We provide hands-on learning experiences that are relevant and meaningful to the child's interest and abilities.

At XYLC, we foster a sense of community where children, families and staff feel connected and supported.

About the role

As a Childcare Specialist (CCS) at XY Learning Center, you will lend a cheerful and energetic hand to support the Lead Childcare Specialist in the operation of our childcare center in the heart of downtown Bozeman. You will carry out scheduled daily activities, extend compassion and care to children and their families, and ensure each child's safety and well-being—both physical and emotional. In this role, you'll help us maintain a warm, gentle, and nurturing learning environment for children, all while contributing to our goals of encouraging play, exploration, communication, and individualized child centered development.

What you"ll be doing

Provide conscientious care for children, monitoring at all times to stay aware of their physical and emotional needs

Keep logs for parents to show daily activities of their children

Support the Lead CCS's in general childcare functions

Assist children with personal tasks, including but not limited to meals, diaper changes, and nap time routines

Maintain a regular schedule of meal, play, and nap times

Engage and support children in fun, educational activities, including time outdoors

Be knowledgeable on developmentally appropriate practices to meet children where they are while continually helping each child develop at his/her own pace

Become familiar with and be able to use the HiMama milestone tracker

Be familiar with the Montana Early Learning Standards

Keep open, proactive communication with parents on each child's needs and challenges

Build a partnership with each family centered around your relationship with their child

Document all appropriate information and hold records confidentially

Accident reports

Well child checks (daily)

Create and support a safe, functional child care environment

Be knowledgeable on Montana State Child Care Licensing Rules and Regulations

Execute a cleaning routine that keeps all areas sanitary and safe

Collaborate with other staff and the Director to support the overall learning centers' goals to provide quality child care.

The Deets:

Start Date: November 1, 2024

Status: Full-time, non-exempt (Available for work 4 days a week, 10 hours a day.)

Location: Bozeman, MT

Team: XY Learning Center

Reports to: Director of XY Learning Center

Direct Reports: None

What you"ll bring to the table:(If you think, I only meet 80% of these qualifications, still apply!)

Authorized to live and work in the United States

High school diploma or GED

Experience in a childcare setting

Strong communication skills and passion for child development

Proper vaccinations, per state regulations (MMR if born in 1957 or later and TDAP)

Infant, child, and adult CPR, First Aid, and Infant Safety Essentials certifications (or obtain within 30 days of hire)

Comfortable with caring for and connecting with children of all ages and abilities, including infants

Desire and ability to engage in physical and educational play activities with children

Ability to physically meet the demands of children on the go, including but not limited to; bend, stoop, kneel, stand or sit for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds

Ability to pass federal and state criminal, sex offender and domestic watch list background checks

Comfort with technology and learning new tools

Willing to complete 16 hours of required training annually

The ability to multitask and a love of organization

Experience and ease leading and collaborating with coworkers

What would make us drool:

Bachelor"s degree in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Development or equivalent to including Family/Children Services and Support

Level 4 or higher on the Montana Practitioner Registry

2+ years of experience working with infants and toddlers in a group setting

XYPN welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons (e.g., children, caring for disabled or elderly family). We encourage applications from minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants Compensation & Benefits:

$25/hr

120 hours (prorated by start date) of Paid Time Off in order to Maintain Work/Life Harmony

Equity Program: All team members at XYPN are owners! We annually contribute an equivalent of 8% of your compensation into our ESOP as part your benefit

401(k) with match; you put in 6% and we put in 4.5%

12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave for the birth or adoption of a child

Health insurance w/employer contribution

Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Accident insurance options

Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance

Employer paid Long Term Disability coverage

Up to $1,800/year to cover the cost of working with a financial planner, plus up to $500 toward the upfront fee

$500 donated to a non-profit organization of your choice when you volunteer 40 hours within the calendar year, $250 donated when you volunteer at least 20 hrs

A sabbatical program that includes a cash bonus and extra time off at 5, 10, and 15 years

Subsidized employer-sponsored childcare through our internal child care program (subject to availability)

XYPN believes that our team members, and the individual identities and experiences of our team members, are our key differentiators. We won"t settle for mere acceptance of each other"s differences because we maintain that our team is better because of our differences, not in spite of them. As such, our culture celebrates, champions, supports, protects, and thrives on our various and collective identity categories. XYPN is beyond proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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