Classroom Aide

A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Serving children and families since 1965!

SIGN ON BONUS = $3,000.00

Deadline for Applications: April 30, 2026, or until the position is filled.

Position Title: Classroom Aide

SUMMARY: This is an entry-level position for an individual who wants to begin a career working with young children in an early childhood classroom. On-the-job training and professional development provided. The classroom aide position is responsible for collaborating with classroom teachers and teacher assistants to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children from birth to age five. General duties for this position include, but are not limited to, assistance in preparation of learning activities, engagement with children through play, assistance with general classroom responsibilities and routines, especially during transitions, cleaning and organizing learning spaces, and building positive relationships with children, families, and co-workers.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required

SKILLS:

• Ability to work with various populations in the workplace
• Approach to working with families that is empathic, nonjudgmental, respectful, and professional.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner
• Ability to follow directions and willingness to work as a team member.
• A strong commitment to quality childcare programs.
• Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
• Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A, you are a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist teachers with daily classroom operations and routines
• Help prepare, set up, and clean up classroom activities and materials
• Support classroom cleanliness – sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, disinfecting toys/equipment, laundry, and any other duties assigned for helping the classroom sustain cleanliness
• Support classroom organization – examples include but are not limited to helping set up classroom materials on shelves and on tables, assisting with unpacking materials (new orders) and setting up in the classroom, arranging closet space
• Assist with preparation of materials for learning activities – examples include but are not limited to tracing and cutting materials, laminating items, decorating bulletin boards, materials, and equipment
• Engage with children through play and hands-on learning activities
• Assist with organizing child files under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher
• Assist under teachers' guidance with children during transitions, meals, rest time, and activities
• Setting up and putting away rest time materials (cots, blankets, etc.)
• Delivering meals to classrooms and returning meal trays to the kitchen
• Maintaining the cleanliness of classroom tables before mealtimes
• Cleaning up classroom tables following classroom mealtimes
• Making photocopies of classroom paperwork or materials related to the weekly lesson plan
• Swap out classroom manipulatives and other materials, under the guidance of classroom teachers
• Follow health, safety requirements, and practices
• Maintain positive interactions with children, families, and staff
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development
• Follow Head Start Performance Standards, EEC regulations, and program policies
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Classroom Teacher or Site Director

Starting Pay Rate: $17.47 per hour

Schedule: 30 hours per week, both full year and part year positions available

Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 hours per week)

• Birthday off with pay

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid sick, personal, vacation days

• 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match

• Education reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• Health & dental insurance

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance

• Unique in-classroom and in-agency support

• Embedded Professional Development

• Career-Growth Coaching & Support

• In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work

EOE/AA

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.