Caliday Teacher's Aide - Morning Shift

Huffman Family Brands; Forest Hill (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Employee assistance program

Childcare Discount

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee Support Loans

Flexible schedule

AND MORE!

Job summary

Caliday School Age Program is seeking a Teacher's Aide in Maryland to support the before- and after-school care with a focus on safety, learning, and engagement. You will assist in activities, supervise children, and communicate with parents to provide updates on program happenings.

The ideal candidate will have experience in childcare and contribute to a positive, structured environment under supervision of the Program Director.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have some experience in the childcare field.

Responsibilities

• Manages program space, complies with MSDE-OCC regs and company policies.
• Welcomes children, parents and visitors in a friendly manner.
• Implements age-appropriate activities per Caliday curriculum.
• Supervises children and uses Conscious Discipline for behavior.
• Communicates with parents with updates and feedback.
• Keeps team, parents and school community informed.
• Maintains classroom appearance, cleanliness and safety.
• Identifies issues and works with staff to resolve.
• Maintains Continuing Education Credits and yearly certifications.

Skills

Childcare experience

Job description

Description

Benefits:

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Employee assistance program

Childcare Discount

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee Support Loans

Flexible schedule

AND MORE!

Within each Caliday School Age Program, you will find a team committed to inspiring children in new, fun, and engaging experiences so they can explore and pursue their passions. Together, we create safe and trusted spaces to enhance the lives of children, families, team members, and communities. At Caliday, we are committed to offering qualified educators rewarding childcare jobs. We encourage staff members with opportunities to further their knowledge and experience within the childcare field, promoting both self-growth and the chance to grow within the Caliday family.

Requirements

The Caliday Teacher's Aide works directly with the Program Director and School Age Teacher in the operations of the before and after care program for school age children; assisting in the implementation of activities to ensure the Caliday mission, vision and values are upheld, and the children are provided with a safe and learning environment.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with the management of the program space, ensuring compliance with all MSDE-OCC regulations, company standards, policies and procedures.
• Provides a welcoming and friendly environment for all children, parents and visitors.
• Assists with the implementation of activities that are age appropriate and stimulating in accordance with the provided Caliday curriculum.
• Assists and supervises children during all activities; counsels children as needed using Conscious Discipline and appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Communicates effectively with parents, e.g., greeting by name, addressing concerns in a timely manner, giving positive feedback, and providing regular updates on program happenings.
• Maintains open and effective communication with team, parents and school community.
• Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the classroom environment is appropriately maintained.
• Identifies opportunities and/or problems in the program and works with the School Age Teacher and/or Program Director to resolve.
• Maintains yearly certification requirements including Continuing Education Credits.

Education/Experience:

• The ideal candidate will have some experience in the childcare field.