Childcare Classroom Aide Closer

The Buhl Club Child Development Center

TEAM MEMBER EXPECTATIONS

Title: Child Development Center Classroom Aide- Closer
Department: Child Care
Supervisor: Child Care Director
Status: Part-time hourly position

The Buhl Club Mission: Our mission at The Buhl Club Child Development Center is to provide exemplary early education and child care for Department of Human Services , by offering a safe, secure program that promotes the social, physical, cognitive and language development for ALL children.

General Function
The classroom aide is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of all group activities. The classroom aide is responsible for ensuring children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental development in the program.

Qualifications / Skills
The qualifications for this position are outlined in the Department of Human Services of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Code Book for the Child Day Care Centers and include:

 A high school diploma or general educational development certification (G.E.D.); a minimum of fifteen (15) credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field and one (1) year work experience related to the care and development of children or a high school diploma or general educational development certification and three (3) years’ work experience related to the care and development of children.

 Must have child abuse, criminal record and FBI Fingerprint clearances

 Must have a physical every two years and a negative TB test upon hiring.

 General knowledge of nutrition and health & must be certified in Pediatric First Aid,
CPR/AED

 Increased understanding of young children’s growth and development

 Ability to apply an understanding of developmental levels to activities

 Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and appropriate environment

 General knowledge of nutrition, health, and first aid

 Willingness to accept supervision and willingness to increase understanding and knowledge through workshops and study.

 Applicable computer skills (word, excel, power point…)

Responsibilities and Principal Activities
In harmony with the Mission, Established Policies, Strategic Objectives and Goals of the
BCRC, and the requirements of the Department of Human Services of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the classroom aide is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

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_ Service Skills _

 Assist lead teacher and assistant teacher in providing a quality curriculum in the day care program that takes into consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the Department of Human Services of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania and the Buhl Club Child Development Center

 Demonstrate verbally and by role model a sound knowledge of good teaching practices and of child growth and development.

 Be responsible for the care, safety, and well-being of the children at all times.

 Assist the lead teacher with the weekly group planning and implementation.

 Coordinate in conjunction with the Assistant Child Care Director, filling in for breaks, absences and where needed to maintain DHS regulations.

 Daily record-keeping and adherence to all requirements.

 Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the Child Care
Director

 Continue professional development through community involvement, reading, and further education.

 All other tasks as assigned by designate.

Key Behaviors for Excellent Customer Service

 Be approachable by wearing a name tag, designated attire and a smile.

 Stand, smile and greet all families by name; thank them when leaving

 Be proactive in keeping the facility clean and safe

 Take action to handle or direct customer’s questions, issues or concerns at the point of contact; the customer should leave feeling satisfied

Member Involvement Skills

 Be knowledgeable about other program areas and membership to the Buhl Club and share information with Child Care participants.

 Be able to articulate the Buhl Club’s mission, values and benefits.

 Encourage and educate families on the benefits that the Buhl Club has to offer adults and families.

This job description is not limited to the items described above and may change at any time without notice.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person