Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

South Central Community Action Program; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) seeks a part-time Teacher Aide at Chandler Early Learning Center in Bloomington, IN to support infants and toddlers with developmentally appropriate care. You will assist Lead Teachers, help with routines, and reinforce learning through family collaboration.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and compliance with Indiana licensing, while fostering a relationship-based, whole-child approach to development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• CDA credential or an associate degree in Early Childhood Education may be encouraged or required later.
• Bilingual skills are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children are never left unattended and monitor the classroom for safety.
• Assist Lead Teacher with developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Maintain and tidy classroom environments and assist with light housekeeping tasks.
• Document attendance, incidents, meals, and other required records.
• Follow licensing regulations and SCCAP policies and support relationship-based care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Reading & writing

Technology literacy

Education

High school diploma

CDA or associate degree encouraged

Job description

South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) seeks a part-time Teacher Aide at Chandler Early Learning Center in Bloomington, IN to support infants and toddlers with developmentally appropriate care. You will assist Lead Teachers, help with routines, and reinforce learning through family collaboration.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and compliance with Indiana licensing, while fostering a relationship-based, whole-child approach to development.