Head Start Classroom Aide-Brainerd

September thru May

Do you have a passion for working with children? If so, join our team! Spend your days building genuine relationships with each child, helping them learn about language and literacy, science, life skills, and more. Maintain a well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence. Communicate and build relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center's success. Help us achieve our mission to help low-income individuals and families to expand their opportunities to move out of economic poverty and toward prosperity and make a difference in the life of a child today!

If you have these qualities apply to us today!

· Empathy

· Adaptability

· Patience

· Positive Energy

· Goal Setter

· Good Communication

· Promote Curiosity

· Engaging

In support of the Agency's mission, and under the direction of the Lead Teacher, the Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting the classroom teaching team with the implementation of a high-quality preschool program for children that is consistent with Head Start policies and performance standards. The Classroom Aide works with children and parents in a sensitive manner which respects individual differences, cultural backgrounds, and current circumstances. Ensures the safety of children at all times.

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED

· Experience working with young children

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Brainerd, MN 56401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person