What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Aide position at Reach Dane?
The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting and partnering with the Teacher (and Teacher Aide) in developing and implementing a program of activities that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child enrolled in a group in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Wisconsin Child Care Licensing, City of Madison Accreditation and Wisconsin Young Star standards. The duties and responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Classroom Teacher.
Pay: $16.21 to $16.70 an hour, depending on education.
Qualifications / Requirements for Classroom Aide l
- Documentation of completion of the Intro to Child Care Profession (or equivalent credit bearing course in Child Development/Early Childhood Education) that is required by Wisconsin Day Care License Requirement or must receive within 6 months of employment
Qualifications / Requirements for Classroom Aide II
- Documentation of completion of the Intro to Child Care Profession (or equivalent credit bearing course in Child Development/Early Childhood Education) that is required by Wisconsin Day Care License Requirement
- Documentation of enrollment and completion of at minimum one course towards the Preschool Credential OR CDA (Child Development Associate).
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation
Duties
The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting and partnering with the Teacher (and Teacher Aide) in developing and implementing a program of activities that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child enrolled in a group in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Wisconsin Child Care Licensing, City of Madison Accreditation and Wisconsin Young Star standards. The duties and responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Classroom Teacher.
Requirements
- Adult, Child and Infant CPR certification within 6 months of employment
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Experience working with children ages 3-5 preferably in a licensed child care setting
- Must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others and be able to relate well to children, families, staff and community
- Demonstrate effective listening, oral and written communication skills
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision
- vacation and sick time
- 4% 403(b) match after 2 years
- company paid life insurance and long term disability
- paid continuing education
- no weekends or holiday work
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- You may be able to receive help in paying your college loans off through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program due to working for Reach Dane
Salary : $16 - $17