Early Learning Center Teacher's Aid

The Salvation Army; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Lexington, KY seeks a Part-Time Education Assistant to support a teacher in an early childhood education setting. You will work a 5-hour day, Monday through Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm window, assisting with activities, environment setup, and child development documentation.

Responsibilities include planning, adapting activities for children with special needs, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and collaborating with the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred
• 18 years or older
• Background checks, CPR, First aid, & TB Skin test requirements
• Previous experience working with children
• Creative, Enthusiastic, highly organized, flexible, good communication
• Clean and neat appearance
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in providing appropriate early childhood education experience
• Demonstrate knowledge of space, furnishings and developmentally appropriate activities/materials
• Use verbal and nonverbal communication to engage children
• Support an environment that fosters curiosity, respect, problem solving and self-esteem
• Plan and prepare learning environment, materials and supplies
• Individualize activities and adapt for children with special needs
• Follow health, safety and sanitation regulations across settings
• Maintain confidentiality and professional attitude
• Assist with collecting information about each child’s development
• Participate in team planning and program implementation
• Act as a welcoming ambassador to families
• Pursue professional development to improve performance in child development
• Develop and implement a written individual growth plan
• Assist with general housekeeping and classroom cleanliness
• Understand and comply with city/state licensing standards
• Provide other services for program functioning

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Organization

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Location: Lexington, Ky

Job Type: Part-Time

Schedule:

• 5-hour shift between 8:00am-5:00pm
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Job Focus:

This position is responsible for assisting the teacher in an education setting.

Responsibilities

1

Assist teacher in providing appropriate early childhood education experience

2

Demonstrate knowledge of use of space, furnishing, and developmentally appropriate activities/ materials.

3

Use appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to encourage children to engage in meaningful conversation

4

Support an environment which engages and assist children in developing curiosity, exploration, respect of self and others, problem solving, security, and self-esteem while avoiding verbal or physical punishment

5

Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, materials, and supplies

6

Be able to individualize activities and make adaptions for children with special needs

7

Follow regulations regarding health, safety, and sanitation across multiple settings.

8

Maintain confidentiality, professional attitude, and loyalty to the program always

9

Assist with collection of information about each child’s development

10

Participate as a team member in planning, coordination, and implementing the program

11

Act as an “ambassador” of the center by showing a warm, welcoming attitude toward families and their involvement in the life of the program

12

Participate in professional development as required to improve performance and to expand personal knowledge of child development, interdisciplinary practice, and family centered services

13

Develop and implement a written individual growth plan

14

Assist with general housekeeping tasks, and keeping classrooms in clean state including mopping, trash, etc.

15

Understand and comply with city and state regulations and licensing standards

16

Provide other services as required for the efficient functioning of The Salvation Army

Qualifications

1

High school diploma or GED Required; some college preferred

2

18 years or older

3

Must meet requirements of city and state licensing agencies (Background checks, CPR, First aid, & TB Skin test)

4

Previous experience working with children

5

Creative, Enthusiastic, highly organized, flexible, good communication

6

Clean and neat appearance

7

Ability to lift to 50 pounds

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Salvation Army’s Mission StatementThe Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christand to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.