Early Childhood Classroom Specialist I

Blue Ridge Community Action, Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Community Action, Inc. seeks an Early Childhood Specialist I to support daily classroom operations and help create a safe, nurturing learning environment for young children.

Under the guidance of lead staff, you will assist in implementing activities, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance with NC licensing, Head Start, and other program requirements.

This role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and ongoing professional development within BRCA's mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Must meet NC child care and Head Start licensing requirements for assigned position, including required TB test, physical examination, NC qualifying letter, and applicable documentation
• CPR and First Aid certification required or obtained within the required timeframe

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom activities and routines
• Support implementation of age-appropriate learning activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Follow all required rules and standards, including NC licensing, Head Start, NC Pre-K, CACFP, and agency policies
• Assist with supervision of children to ensure safety at all times
• Support classroom transitions, meals, and rest periods
• Assist with maintaining accurate attendance records and documentation
• Observe and report children’s development, behavior, and health concerns to lead staff
• Assist with completing required screenings and assessments as directed
• Support lesson plans and classroom activities
• Assist with family engagement activities and communication as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information
• Participate in required trainings and professional development
• Follow direction from lead staff and supervisors
• May be assigned to assist or temporarily fill in within other classrooms, age groups, or centers as needed to maintain ratios, supervision, and program operations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Early childhood basics

Child safety & supervision

Documentation & recordkeeping

Communication with children andfamil

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Data entry basics

Education

High school diploma

NC licensing education requirements

Enrolled to obtain qualifications

Job description

Blue Ridge Community Action, Inc. seeks an Early Childhood Specialist I to support daily classroom operations and help create a safe, nurturing learning environment for young children.

Under the guidance of lead staff, you will assist in implementing activities, maintaining documentation, and ensuring compliance with NC licensing, Head Start, and other program requirements.

This role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and ongoing professional development within BRCA's mission-driven team.