Administrative Center Aide

Kidango; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking an Administrative Center Aide to support center operations and enhance the learning environment. This role involves a blend of administrative tasks and direct support in classrooms, ensuring smooth operations and fostering a nurturing atmosphere for children. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and a passion for working with young children. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families, while enjoying a supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Opportunity to improve lives

Supportive environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Learning opportunities with colleagues

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework or an associate degree preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential for this role.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for center directors and teaching staff.
• Maintain and update records on-site, including enrollment and attendance.
• Assist with planning and preparing the learning environment and materials.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

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A little about us… Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

About The Role

The Administrative Center Aide’s primary responsibility is to provide administrative support for center directors, teaching staff, and others. They perform various clerical duties, maintain records, and assist in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the center. In addition, they serve as a teacher aide in the classroom to help with staff breaks, meal prep, nap time, and, in emergencies, staff absences.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist the Center Director in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the program. Clerk/Teacher Aides may be assigned to support up to three centers (depending on center size), all located in one region.
• Maintain and update records on-site, including but not limited to: enrollment, attendance, meal counts, daily logs, teacher files, child files, curriculum sheets, Learning Genie, ASQs, child observations and assessments, and parent participation and surveys.
• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, and purchasing and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Calendar management, including scheduling of meetings with various departments.
• Distribute and collect forms, announcements, and other center-related documents.
• Assist in sending out newsletters, emails, and other communications to families and staff.
• Review reports and child files to ensure accurate record keeping, documentation, quality of services, and compliance.
• General administrative tasks such as filing, phones, data entry, compiling paperwork and ordering supplies.
• Assist center with coverage for staff breaks, meal prep, nap time, and, if needed, staff absences.
• Maintains confidentiality of all children, families, and staff.
• Assists other centers when requested.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Participates in activities that further own professional growth.
• Assumes general responsibility for the health, safety, and well-being of all children, and reports any concerns to their supervisor, center director, or the Human Resources department.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework or an associate degree may be preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Effective, clear and strong communication both verbally and in writing.
• Enjoys working with a team and working with young children.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability and desire to work independently and as a team member with other employees.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Google Docs, and other cloud-based computer applications.
• Respects diversity and embraces working with multicultural communities.
• Ability to accept responsibility, work independently and set own goals in a professional manner.
• Ability to travel to Kidango headquarters and Kidango centers.
  
  

Compensation

$29.39—$29.39 USD

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a health screening and TB test
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License
• Must be 18 years or older
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions
  
  

Perks

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world
  
  

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango’s culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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