What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare Center Support Staff position at Tree of Life Early Learning Center?
Tree of Life Early Learning Center is looking for amazing Support Staff! These individuals not only have a love for God and children but also are focused on the health, well-being, and development of their students. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual that will assist in classrooms to help foster learning for students. Candidates must meet all state requirements for classroom teaching positions, must maintain state in-service requirements, and must be physically able to interact with children on a day to day basis (stoop and bend, lift up to 30 pounds, etc.). Certifications in Child/Infant CPR and First Aid (will be paid for upon hire), excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- This candidate is flexible within their day to work with children of all age groups.
- Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
- Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
- Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
- Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
- Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
- Track children’s progress and report to parents
- Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche
- Collaborate with other educators
- Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
Skills
- Understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
- Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
- Excellent communication and instructional skills
- Ability to act as mediator between children
- Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
'Work Remotely No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- 90 Hour Preschool Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $17