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366 E Brundage Street
Sheridan, WY 82801
307-673-0403 Phone
307-673-0573 Fax
JOB DESCRIPTION
Infant Caregiver Supervisor
Objectives of the position: The Caregiver Supervisor is responsible for providing a safe and
developmentally appropriate infant care program in accordance with First Light’s mission, values,
policies and procedures. They are responsible for the supervision of the Caregivers and infant program.
The Caregiver Supervisor will plan and implement a program to care for young children. The Care
Supervisor will hold an Infant/Toddler Director Credential recognized by the Department of Family
Services and shall be responsible for the infant program overseeing all caregivers, actively involved and
a resource for infant/toddler caregivers. Required education hours and training will be maintained. The
care supervisor will work cohesively with the other departments of the center.
Reports to: Assistant Director
Supervises: Caregivers
Qualifications: Associates or Bachelor level professional in early education or related field; must meet
the infant credentials as outlined by the Department of Family Services and possess the skills and
experience necessary to oversee the infant care program; will be respectful of children and parents, and
ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe and well maintained; willing to uphold the vision,
mission, and values statements and policies and procedures of the center.
JOB DUTIES:
1. Keep parents informed of program expectations, program activities and their child’s progress
2. Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential children files
3. Develop daily activity plans
4. Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social
needs of the children in the program
5. Provide cuddling and talk to facilitate relationship building
6. Provide adequate equipment and activities
7. Ensure equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained and safe at all times
8. Develop weekly schedule of activities
9. Develop culturally appropriate programs and activities
10. Develop activities that introduce math and literacy concepts
11. Be familiar with emergency procedures
12. Provide various experiences and activities for children including songs, games and story telling
13. Provide opportunities for sleep and rest time
14. Provide opportunities to build children’s self worth
15. Establish routines and provide positive guidance
16. Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable
17. Develop positive redirection/discipline techniques when required