What are the responsibilities and job description for the Center Assistant - School Age position at Support For Early Learning & Families?
Description
Support for Early Learning & Families (SELF) seeks an experienced, engaging, and dedicated School Age Center Assistant to join our educational community.This is a Part-time, non-exempt position reporting directly to the Operations Center Director. This position is based in Vancouver, WA .
Who is SELF?
Support for Early Learning & Families (SELF) is a nonprofit organization founded in response to the question, "How can we work to improve opportunities for our community's children?" This question is at the heart of the work that we do.
SELF Mission :
Support for Early Learning and Families (SELF) convenes and mobilizes partners and stakeholders throughout Southwest Washington to promote community awareness and advocacy for early learning, kindergarten readiness and school success for all children.
We work in partnership with the Educational Service District (ESD) 112 to staff and facilitate numerous childcare centers in the southwest Washington area. Our programs are designed to support children at ages ranging from birth, to preschool, to school age. We have program types to support children of all backgrounds and needs.We pride ourselves on fostering a community that helps our mission by helping each other.
To learn more about SELF, we invite you to visit our website : www.SELFwa.org
Job Title : School Age Center Assistant
Employment Status : Part-time
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Reports to : Center Director
Supervises : N / A
About the School Age Center Assistant Position :
Under the supervision of the Center Director, the School Age Center Assistant is responsible for assisting in the creation of a learning environment which is safe, healthy, stimulating and caring, with activities designed around children's interest and developmental needs. The Child Care Assistant must demonstrate patience and gentleness in their care practices, model consistent and stable relationship skills, and assist in the completion of necessary program documentation using program, as assigned. The Child Care Assistant works within the framework of age-appropriate lesson plans, to promote the health, nutrition, and education of children in their care. The Child Care Assistant assists in supporting accurate and helpful familial communication.
What could you bring to SELF? :
- Energetic, and mission-focused with a passion for early childhood development, learning and fun!
- Professional and positive disposition demonstrates a strong work ethic, integrity and reliability.
- Passionate about supporting the growth and development of children through child-lead programming.
- Collaborative, positive, and team oriented.
- Proactive in actively contributing to the learning and work environment and demonstrating the ability to handle multiple priorities and emergent program needs.
- Appreciation for and commitment to supporting children and families with diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds.
- Interest in professional development and growth.
What could SELF offer you?
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills :
Agency Coordinated :
Health and Safety Requirements - All Initial Health and Safety Requirements are Agency Funded and Facilitated :
Application Process :
For consideration, please complete the application at the following link : www.SELFwa.org
Reference and background checks are conducted with finalist candidate(s) as part of our interview process. The School Age Center Assistant position is available immediately and will remain open until it is filled.
SELF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic. Our organization is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.