Early Childhood Classroom Support Specialist

Blue-River-Services,-Inc.; Palmyra (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue River Services, Inc. is seeking a Preschool Classroom Assistant to support the Preschool Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children.

The role involves classroom activities, supervision, lesson-plan implementation, documentation, family communication, and events. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, CDA credential or related degree preferred, and experience in early childhood programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CDA credential or related degree preferred.
• Experience in an elementary or early childhood program required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Preschool Teacher with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Supervise assigned children at all times in the classroom, on the playground, during meals, and on field trips.
• Use calm, positive guidance and help minimize waiting times during classroom transitions.
• Lead group activities as directed by the Preschool Teacher using a variety of materials and teaching methods.
• Encourage children’s social, self-help, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Support classroom setup, organization, labeling, bulletin boards, and preparation of daily materials.
• Assist with implementing themed lesson plans that promote cognitive, language, pre-writing, fine motor, gross motor, social-emotional, dental, and health development.
• Help maintain classroom cleanliness by cleaning and sanitizing classrooms, equipment, and activity areas as required.
• Report safety concerns, needed repairs, and suspected child abuse through appropriate channels.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of classroom supplies and equipment and communicate needs to the supervisor.
• Assist with administering student assessments during the fall, winter, and spring.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation, including attendance, medication records, food-program records, and incident/accident reports.
• Assist with student enrollment and collection of demographic information.
• Participate in special events, staff meetings, required trainings, and preschool graduation activities.
• Follow all Blue River Services, Inc. personnel policies, procedures, and program regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, the school, and the agency
• Participate in and follow emergency procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Patience and professionalism

Adaptability in teaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDA credential or related early childhood credential

Experience in elementary/early childhood program

Job description

Blue River Services, Inc. is seeking a Preschool Classroom Assistant to support the Preschool Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children.

The role involves classroom activities, supervision, lesson-plan implementation, documentation, family communication, and events. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, CDA credential or related degree preferred, and experience in early childhood programs.