Classroom Assistant

Family Development Services; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support Preschool Teachers in a vibrant classroom focused on early childhood development. By ensuring the safety and engagement of children ages 3 to 4, you will play a crucial role in enriching young lives. This full-time position operates on a school-year schedule, offering opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment dedicated to impactful work.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Impactful work in children’s lives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience supervising/managing center-based preschool or infant-toddler centers required.
• Knowledge of health and safety licensing requirements for schools and/or childcare centers.
• Ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of children via supervision policies.
• Foster supportive classroom atmosphere per standards.
• Collaborate with Preschool Teacher to implement lesson plans.

Skills

Communication

Dependability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

15 credit hours in ECE coursework

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hamilton County HS-EHS - Noblesville, IN

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

The Classroom Assistant serves as an aid to the Preschool Teacher in the classroom with a direct focus on children 3 to 4 years of age. The Program Aide will work collaboratively as a Preschool Teacher to ensure the successful operation of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of all children by implementing the Family Development ServicesHead Start Active Supervision Policy.
• Foster a supportive and engaging classroom atmosphere in line with State of Indiana Child Care Licensing Rules, Head Start Performance Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Collaborate with the Preschool Teacher to prepare and implement lesson plans using the Creative Curriculum and TS GOLD child assessment.
• Use TS GOLD data to tailor the learning environment to meet each child’s individual needs.

What we Value:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Trustworthiness
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Compassion
• Creativity and Innovation
• Dependability
• Judgment
• Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work:Make a difference in the lives of children and families.
• Collaborative Environment:Work with a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education.
• Professional Growth:Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Position Details:

• Full-Time
• School year schedule (mid-August to first week of June).
• Summers off

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or an equivalent degree with 36 credit hours of ECE coursework is preferred, OR a bachelor’s degree with eighteen (15) credit hours in ECE with documented content relating to the needs, skills, development, or teaching methods of children age 0 to age 8 years of age. Other degrees considered with experience as Center Director in Preschool and/or Daycare.
• 3-5 years’ experience supervising/managing center-based preschool/infant toddler center as Center Director required
• Coaching experience preferred
• Experience with collaborations and community partnerships (if applicable)
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
• Travel required locally or long-distance, up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Knowledge of the health and safety licensing requirements for schools and/or childcare centers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, efficiently organize and communicate effectively with off-site supervisors
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills, using MS Office applications, other programmatic software and other basic data systems including internet navigation.
• Must be honest, dependable and able to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid
• Ability to understand and communicate proficiently verbally and in writing in English
• Ability to exert a minimum of 50 lbs. of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects unassisted.
• Ability to move quickly in the event of an emergency
• Ability to sit most of the time with some bending and reaching.
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend periodically.
• Ability to engage in repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and fingers – typing and/or writing.
• Ability to work frequently at close visual range (i.e. preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading).
• Exposure to Work Hazards: loud noises, work closely and personally with public to complete job tasks; exposure to various cleaning and sanitizing agents
• Work Environment:
• Work is generally performed in an office environment.
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to occasionally loud (examples: business office with computers and printers, light to moderate traffic, human voices).
• Standard office equipment generally used includes:
• Telephone
• Personal Computer (monitor, keyboard, and mouse) or Tablet
• Printer/Photocopy Machine
• Calculator
• Fax Machine
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle during the course of duties.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.