Child Development Aide II

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University’s College of Education & Human Development seeks a dedicated Child Development Aide II for the L. Suttles Child Development Center on the Atlanta Campus. The role supports infants to preschoolers through daily routines, learning activities, and responsive caregiving.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to standards, with schedule 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and a salary range of $31,200–$35,400, benefits eligible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience with young or preschool children.
• One year of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field may substitute for experience.
• Criminal background check required.
• Knowledge of accreditation and licensing regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical care for infants, toddlers, and preschool children (diapering, feeding, handwashing, dressing).
• Coordinate developmentally appropriate activities, model language, and support learning of new skills.
• Perform housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, cleaning, changing bed linens, washing toys, and laundry.
• Ensure child safety with constant supervision and removal of hazards.
• Lead the classroom in the absence of the Lead Teacher and perform other duties.

Skills

Caregiving

Child development support

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of college coursework in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Child Development Aide II

College of Education and Human Development

Georgia State University

L. Suttle's Child Development Center

The Child Development Program at Georgia State University is dedicated to providing high-quality early care and education that supports young children's cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development. Grounded in the belief that children learn best through play, the program creates supportive environments that encourage exploration, curiosity, and meaningful interaction. Through developmentally rich materials, intentional instruction, and responsive caregiving, children learn about their world and strengthen essential social and learning skills.

We strive to create an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and academic excellence. Our team is committed to supporting families, contributing to research on young children, and serving as a demonstration and training site for Georgia's early care and education community.

The Department is seeking a dedicated and experienced Child Development Aide II to join our team.

WHAT MAKES THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, and retirement plans.
• A knowledge-sharing culture that collaborates with diverse partners across the university and community.
• Robust opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within a dynamic academic setting.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Child Development Aide II include the following:

• The essential functions and responsibilities for this position are as follows: To provide physical care for infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children including diapering and or toilet training, feeding and meal time assistance or teaching them to feed themselves, handwashing and supervising dressing, toileting, and all other care-related activities as needed.
• This position assists with coordinating developmentally appropriate activities for infants, toddlers or preschool aged children. This may include modeling language and speech and providing opportunities and encouragement for learning new physical skills, working with individual children or small groups of children to encourage language development, social, cognitive, and physical skills to planned activities and daily, routine activities.
• This position performs housekeeping tasks as required; such as sweeping floors, cleaning tables and chairs, changing bed linens, washing toys and doing laundry.
• This position ensures the physical safety of all children by providing constant attention and supervision. The position makes sure that hazardous items are kept out of reach and closely supervises activities such as climbing or swinging that may involve the possibility of injury.
• Assuming leadership of the classroom in the absence of the Child Development Specialist (Lead Teacher) and performing other duties as assigned.

This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience working with young or preschool children in a childcare setting.
• Successful completion of one year of college course work in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field may substitute for experience.
• Criminal background check required.

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Knowledge of accreditation and licensing regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50LB

College/Business Unit: College of Education & Human Development

Department: L. Suttles Child Development Center

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: 8:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Salary: $31,200 - $35,400

Pay Grade: 8

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 09/02/26, 7:34:17 PM

Closing Date: 09/17/26, 3:59:00 AM

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