Education Aide

New Opportunities, Inc.; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 18,957 - 26,999; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Assistance

Paid Professional Development

Flexible school schedule

Job summary

An educational organization in Waterbury is seeking a part-time Education Aide to assist teachers in providing a safe learning environment and implementing activities that support children's learning. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, with experience in early childhood education being a plus. The position offers flexible hours and benefits including paid time off and professional development.

Qualifications

• H.S. or G.E.D. required.
• Credits in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• 2 years of related experience in an early childhood program desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teacher in planning activities.
• Carry out educational activities.
• Supervise designated groups of children.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Report health or behavioral problems.

Skills

Assist in planning activities

Supervise groups of children

Maintain a clean environment

Education

H.S. or G.E.D.

Credits in ECE preferred

Job description

Description

$16.68 per hour, 20 hours per week

Part-Time, Non-Union, Non-Exempt Position

BASIC FUNCTION OF EDUCATION AIDE:

Assist the Teacher and Assistant Teacher in providing a safe learning environment and implementing planned classroom activities to provide an educationally sound experience, which meets the individual needs of the children.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EDUCATION AIDE:

• Assist Teacher or Assistant Teacher in planning activities
• Carries out educational activities supporting individual children’s learning outcomes
• Supervises designated groups of children
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly physical environment
• Reports any health or behavioral problems to the Teacher
• Supports parent involvement and engagement throughout ECD
• Fulfills Mandated Reporter responsibilities
• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• H.S. or G.E.D. required
• Credits in ECE preferred
• 2 yrs related experience in an early childhood program desired

EEO AA/M/F/Vets/Disability

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Professional Development
• Will work with school schedule