What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Aide position at St Joseph Catholic Academy?
Description
St. Gianna Early Childhood Center is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Aide to join our team. Our center provides care for children 6 weeks - 5 years old. Our early childhood care program serves students from 6:00 am - 6:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, year round. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a genuine love for working with young children. As a Early Childhood Aide, you will play a vital role in fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the social, emotional, and cognitive development of our students. Your creativity and enthusiasm will help shape the educational experiences of our preschoolers.
Responsibilities
- Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
- Supervise and engage in learning activities with our students under the direction of the lead teacher.
- Assist in preparation of materials and directing activities.
- Assists in food preparation, serving meals and/or refreshments and cleaning.
- Assist in care for students' individual needs and maintain discipline.
- Assist classroom activities effectively, ensuring all children are engaged and participating.
- Collaborate with other educators and staff to create a cohesive educational experience for all students.
- Assist in classroom organization and cleanliness to provide a conducive learning environment.
- Instill a love for Christ, and weave Catholic teachings into daily activities.
- Knowledge and ability to change diapers and help with potty training.
Requirements
- Experience working with young children in a preschool or daycare setting is essential.
- Strong knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all children, including those with special education needs.
- Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry is an asset.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners by providing them with the foundation they need for future success!
Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person trainings prior to hire.