Early Childhood Aide — HighScope Curriculum Support

Wayne-Metropolitan Community Action Agency; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency is hiring for a position in Taylor, MI to provide direct care and support in an early childhood program using the HighScope Curriculum. You will assist in lesson planning, maintain a safe learning environment, and document observations in the COR system.

The role requires a High School Diploma, strong communication with children and families, and the ability to work independently or in a team within a licensed program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate and interact with children in a caring, responsive, and nurturing manner.
• Ability to intervene with children's behaviors in a non-punitive and supportive manner.
• Ability to establish positive and productive working relationships with parents/caregivers.
• Ability to be self-directed in the completion of tasks.
• Ability to work as a positive and productive member of a team.
• Ability to coordinate a number of varying tasks simultaneously.
• Basic understanding of child development, age-appropriate behaviors, common childhood behavior problems, and appropriate interventions.
• Ability to work with and to demonstrate commitment, caring, and respect for children and adults regardless of race, gender, age, and cultural or ethnic background.
• Commitment to the welfare of the families the program serves and to the delivery of quality services.
• Ability and willingness to continue personal and professional growth and skill development.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, colleagues, and all agency staff.
• Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups both orally and in writing.
• Ability and willingness to make home visits.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Good interpersonal and professional skills, including but not limited to professional appearance, tact, punctuality, and dependability.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing daily lesson plans.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for young children and their families.
• Provide individualized support and responsive care to children based on their unique needs.
• Actively participate in the implementation of the Daily Routine following the HighScope Curriculum.
• Assist in planning and preparing materials for daily activities.
• Support ongoing child assessment by recording anecdotal observations, scoring them, and entering data into the online COR system.
• Maintain records as required (i.e., attendance, meal counts, daily summary logs, emergency cards, contact log, etc.), and conduct observational assessments (COR).
• Assist in any areas of the program as directed.
• Adhere to childcare licensing rules and follow the process for diapering and toileting children.
• Participate in team meetings and training.
• Address children, parents, and staff with respect.
• Assist in the process of receiving children and preparing them for dismissal.
• Perform special assignments as directed by the immediate supervisor or other management as required.
• Comply with all licensing regulations and performance standards.
• Assist in the completion of developmental screenings of children.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards assigned work, clients, and staff. Display a willingness to work with others.
• Perform work in a professional manner that upholds Wayne Metro’s policies and procedures.
• Utilize systems for child tracking, child development, and employee time management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child interaction

Communication

Team collaboration

Self-direction

Time management

Observation and assessment

Respectful conduct

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency is hiring for a position in Taylor, MI to provide direct care and support in an early childhood program using the HighScope Curriculum. You will assist in lesson planning, maintain a safe learning environment, and document observations in the COR system.

The role requires a High School Diploma, strong communication with children and families, and the ability to work independently or in a team within a licensed program.