Early Childhood Classroom Support Specialist

Youth & Family Services; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Youth & Family Services in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support the Child Development Center.

You will assist the lead teacher with lesson plans, supervise children, and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment throughout a 40-hour work week.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma or GED, with CDA or degree preferred; background in early childhood is a plus, and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• May require a CDA, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or equivalency.
• Maintain current credentials and certifications.
• Experience working with children.
• Must meet SD Child Care Licensing Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Comply with and implement all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist teacher in all aspects of the classroom operation including carrying out lesson plans, field trips and daily activities.
• Create, support, and maintain a healthy, safe, learning environment conducive to each child's development.
• Actively assist in teaching, modeling and engaging children in play and learning in classroom.
• Establish and maintain a positive and trusting relationship with children and their families.
• Maintain accurate records for each child and referrals as needed in a timely manner.
• Actively supervise and engage children to ensure child safety.
• Follow Discipline Policy and Behavior Management Guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Assist in grant activities including in-kind and United Way.
• Direct other teacher assistants, substitutes, and volunteers.
• Assist with home visits or conferences and staffings.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as requested.
• Provide transportation to children as assigned and complete bus inspections.
• Work with families to support development toward school readiness.

Skills

High School diploma or GED

CDA or higher credential

Experience with children

Punctuality & dependability

Communication with families

Licensing knowledge

Driver's license desirable

Education

CDA or higher education in early childhood

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in ECE or equivalency

Job description

Youth & Family Services in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support the Child Development Center.

You will assist the lead teacher with lesson plans, supervise children, and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment throughout a 40-hour work week.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma or GED, with CDA or degree preferred; background in early childhood is a plus, and benefits are offered.