CDC - ELC Classroom Aide

GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Child Development Center Program Director, Site Lead and Classroom 
Teachers, the Classroom Aide is responsible for meeting the developmental needs of children birth to five years of age in a 
group setting. Responsibilities include but are not limited to encouraging and participating in daily activities with children in 
the classroom; supervision of children, assisting in the classrooms routines and providing breaks to classroom teachers, 
following lesson plans and class schedule as directed by the classroom teachers, aiding in managing child behaviors; 
maintaining positive relationships and professional communications with children, families and coworkers. Other duties 
include preparation of activities and materials, cleaning of classroom and equipment, and other duties assigned by the lead 
teacher, Site Lead or Program Director. This is a seasonal position based on the USD259 school year calendar.
 
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 
Education/Experience Requirements: 
1. Minimum age of 16 years
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
The successful employee will demonstrate individual competence in the following areas:
1. Ability to follow safety requirements pertaining to young children
2. Ability to work with and follow directions
3. Effectively respond to questions from coworkers, parents, and Program Director/Site Lead in a timely manner
4. Ability to work independently without direct oversite
5. Possess the ability to be flexible
 
 
Physical/Mental Requirements: 
1. Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities as dictated by activity; run, jump climb, bend, 
stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand, walk, and perform moderate physical activity for extended periods 
of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and 
have visual acuity
2. Must possess mental alertness, problem solving and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound 
decisions in a rapidly changing environment
3. Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and the desire to work with all 
ages
4. Must exhibit initiative
5. Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
6. Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and 
deadlines
7. Must always present a neat and professional appearance
Job Requirements: 
1. Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
2. Must attend New Employee Orientation and meet applicable KDHE requirements within 30 days of hire
3. Complete Pediatric CPR/AED, Pediatric First Aid, and KDHE Health and Safety trainings as applicable to current 
regulations and in accordance with Conditions of Employment
4. Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
5. Ability to supervise participants and maintain safety standards actively and effectively
6. Ability to handle all questions and concerns and resolve conflicts in a courteous and professional manner
 
  
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 
 1. Provide coverage in the classroom when teachers are on break
2. Follow posted lesson plans and classroom schedule as directed by classroom teachers
3. Support children’s learning through participation and encouragement
4. Assist any child who needs to be fed, changed or have other needs addressed
Program Operations:
1. Effectively communicating the mission, vision, and values of the Wichita YMCA
2. Develop and maintain positive, open relationships with families and coworkers
3. Greet parents by name upon arrival and departure
4. communicate all concerns to the classroom Teacher
5. Redirect parent concerns to classroom teacher or Program director in a courteous manner
6. Follow all program guidelines regarding food service, clean up and food storage
7. Support and demonstrate discipline practices in accordance with the YMCA’s policies and KDHE regulations
8. Support and follow individual behavior plan for children as directed by the classroom teacher
9. Support toilet training and assist children when accidents occur 
 
Classroom Organization: 
1. Manage all classroom supplies and equipment in a safe and organized manner
2. Maintain the classroom environment to support smooth transitions and the independent learning of children
3. Ensure all supplies and classroom items are stored neatly in all areas of the classroom, including but not limited 
cubbies, centers, and tops of shelves
4. Follow the cleaning schedule, as posted and additional items as necessary
5. Maintain complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies
 
Strong Community Campaign: 
1. Engage and actively participate in annual campaign, including but not limited to solicitation of donations and 
facilitation of impact tours 
 
Other: 
1. Attend all required staff meetings and trainings
2. Follow program dress code 
3. Maintain proper attendance. More than three unexcused absences in a year is considered excessive. 
4. Maintain confidentiality on a strict need-to-know basis, with parents, outside agencies and the general public
5. Meet or exceed all KDHE regulations, CACFP guidelines and in-service hours
6. Represent the YMCA well to all who encounter you and your program
7. Take concerns and complaints directly to the program director, thus eliminating unnecessary negativity and 
misunderstandings
8. Follow the Association’s Code of Conduct and Child Abuse Code of Conduct
9. Personify the YMCA’s Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all interactions with children, 
parents, co-workers, and the community
10. DO ANYTHING DEEMED NECESSARY TO MAKE THE CENTER FUNCTION IN AN EFFICIENT AND APPROPRIATE 
MANNER