Little Wildcats Childcare Assistant - Part-Time

Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools is seeking a part-time Little Wildcats Childcare Assistant in Jasper, IN. The role offers 20 hours per week, typically 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. or 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with 183 school-year care days aligned to teacher contracts.

Responsibilities include assisting lead teachers, maintaining a safe environment, and helping children meet developmental milestones. Requires HS diploma and First Aid/CPR certification; childcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Experience in a childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with daily activities and instructional needs for children up to age five.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
• Ensure compliance with center requirements as a Licensed Exempt Provider (LLEP).
• Collaborate with team members, volunteers, and guests in the program.
• Support children in meeting educational milestones through personalized instruction and assistance.
• Help with basic classroom routines (sharing, taking turns, requesting permission).
• Assist with basic child needs such as diapering and feeding.
• Supervise children in all settings and complete state-required training hours.

Skills

Childcare experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Little Wildcats Childcare Assistant - Part-time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Experience in a childcare setting preferred

Reports To

• Preschool Coordinator
• Building Principal
• Lead Teacher

Work Hours - 20 hours/week

7:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. or 11:0 0 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

183 Days/School Year (183 care days correspond with teacher contract)

Compensation

Hourly Rate - $12.00/hour

Performance Responsibilities

Childcare Assistants work under the supervision of the lead and associate teachers to assist with the basic and instructional needs for children up to approximately five years of age.

• Assists with implementing the daily program of appropriate developmental experiences.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and healthy environment.
• Assist with ensuring compliance of all childcare center requirements as a Legally Licensed Exempt Provider (LLEP).
• Work with team members, volunteers and guests in the program.
• Assist with helping children meet educational milestones through personalized instruction and other supplemental assistance.
• Address basic interpersonal skills such as sharing, taking turns and asking permission in the classroom.
• Help children with basic needs such as diaper changing, feeding, etc.
• Assist with supervision of children in all settings.
• Complete continuing education hours per State requirements.
• Maintain a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere for staff and children.
• Performs classroom related and other duties as requested.