Description

SUMMARY:

To ensure continuity of care by assuming the planning and implementing of the daily activities for assigned children; to perform other job related tasks as requested by the Education Supervisor, Master Teacher and/or the Director; to assume full responsibility of the classroom in the absence of the Caregiver. This position directly relates to teaching, learning and direct child care and supervision of children as it relates to Head Start Performance Standards, Birth-to-Five Childcare standards and State Licensing. This position services all of the agency’s Early Learning sites.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• If assisting the Caregiver, the Center Aide will assist with the weekly planning and implementation of activities for children. (e.g., meals, field trips, rest-time, etc.)
• Helps to make the children comfortable using soothing techniques, i.e., rocking, rubbing of the back or head, whichever a child prefers.
• Assists with daily cleanliness, aesthetic appearance and organization of classroom and restroom to ensure an environment that is conducive to learning and health.
• Attends meetings as required; attends conferences with supervisor and/or Director as requested.
• Responsible for accurate, complete and timely collection and submission of participant information for inclusion in ChildPlus and Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Possesses a warm personality and willingness to respond to infants' and children’s needs in a manner that fosters emotional growth and development
• Understands the dynamics of poverty, oppression, sexism, racism, ageism and other forms of societal and individual prejudice that confront people today
• Engages and motivates program participants to increase their self-sufficiency and work towards resolution of the challenges they face.
• Possesses the ability to advocate on behalf of program participants and believes that program participants have the capacity to grow and change.
• Demonstrates a philosophy and value base consistent with the purpose and goals of Clover, utilizing a strengths and empowerment perspective and working towards increasing the capacities of program participants and their families.
• Possesses the ability to work holistically, as part of a team, with staff, program participants, their families, volunteers and the community at-large toward successful outcomes for program participants.
• Respects the integrity of each program participant, their right to privacy and confidentiality and their right to participate to their maximum capacity in determining their participation in our programs, including the formation of a case or treatment service plan.
• Adheres to agency policies and procedures.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCES:

Child Development Associate (CDA w/infant and toddler endorsement) preferred; High school diploma and/or GED; but must acquire a CDA within the 1st year of employment. One year experience working in an Early Childhood Environment with children ages 6 weeks to 2 years old.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to operate a variety of equipment such as computer, printer, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, audio-visual equipment, etc.
• Must have reliable transportation.