Nursery School Classroom Aide

phmc.org; Springfield Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to nurturing young minds in a vibrant nursery school environment. As a Classroom Aide, you will play a vital role in supporting teachers while engaging with children aged 12 months to 5 years. Your responsibilities will include preparing snacks, ensuring safety on the playground, and fostering positive behaviors. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on children's development while working in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to contribute to a nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with children is required.
• State certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and executing lessons for children aged 12 months to 5 years.
• Encourage positive behavior and independence in children.

Skills

Creativity

Compassion

Emotional maturity

Judgment in crisis situations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Job description

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before the first day of employment. We will offer the vaccination at no cost via our Health Centers.

SUBSIDIARY: Carson Valley Children’s Aid (CVCA)

PROGRAM: The Schoolhouse in Flourtown (Nursery School)

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Nursery School Classroom Aide assists teachers in planning and executing lessons for students who range in age from 12 months to 5 years. They are responsible for setting up, preparing, and cleaning up snacks. They ensure proper safety of children on the playground while reinforcing positive behavior, manners, and respect. The Classroom Aide is also responsible for helping with diapering, potty training, and bathroom duties. They read stories, play games, and sing songs as part of their daily responsibilities. The Classroom Aide must model and enforce all Department of Human Services (DHS) and PA Department of Education (PDE) Private Academic rules and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be self-motivated in increasing knowledge and skills by attending team meetings, participating in workshops, and reading literature related to the field of child development and interpersonal relationships.
• Initiate interactions with the children and encourage them during daily activities.
• Help children control behavior using a positive, appropriate approach, always using consistent techniques.
• Provide nurturing while also helping children to become independent.
• Promote integral learning during snack times.
• Help children learn good social skills.
• Maintain good communication with parents and make each parent feel at ease at the preschool.
• Assist the teacher in planning activities for the group. Offer suggestions and information about the children.
• Develop a cooperative and supportive attitude within the room.
• Assist the lead teacher with recordkeeping by recording observations regarding the children’s health, behavior, and development.
• Help to build a supportive team.
• Relate joyfully and sensitively to children.
• Recognize and record significant individual and group behavior.
• Supervise other assistants as needed.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Attend mandated orientation.
• Comply with Agency Annual Training requirements.
• Part-time team members’ training requirements will be prorated according to the hours worked.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

• Classroom-based work environment.
• Normal working hours will fall between 7:30 A.M. and 5:30 P.M.
• Additional hours may be required, as assigned by the Director of Nursery School and Day Care.
• The primary work location is CVCA’s nursery school, The Schoolhouse in Flourtown.

SKILLS:

• Ability to be creative and innovative.
• Demonstrated ability to be compassionate and nurturing.
• Emotional maturity and stability.
• Sufficient security and judgment to handle crisis situations and to use supervision constructively.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of experience working with children.

OTHER: State certification preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be energetic and enthusiastic.
• Must be able to lift children (30-40 lbs.).
• Must have good stamina and be able to keep up with the children throughout the day.

PAY GRADE: 13

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.