Part-Time Classroom Support Aide — Early Learning

Child Development Centers Inc.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Annual evaluation increases

Job summary

Child Development Centers Inc. Downtown seeks a Part-Time Educational Aide II to support the Lead Teacher in delivering high-quality care and education for children in Erie. The role emphasizes classroom facilitation, safety, and engagement with students.

Shift is Monday–Friday 2:30pm–5:30pm, with benefits including PTO, holidays and sick days. Some travel to other county centers may be required. This is an opportunity to contribute to developmentally appropriate practice under the CDC

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required or equivalent.
• 2,500 child hours are required for consideration.
• CDA may be required or optional depending on center.
• Demonstrated decision-making, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Punctual attendance and reliability; travel may be required within the county.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of compliance to the CDC’s chosen curriculum, i.e., Creative Curriculum.
• Consult tools and training to execute standard CDC initiatives, i.e., play plans and intentional play.
• Maintain an effective level of high-quality verbal engagement all day with the children.
• Partner with other staff in the classroom to achieve consistent value among all interactions with the children.
• Manage day-to-day classroom activities, including Creative Curriculum, intentional play, bathroom breaks, meals, etc.
• Implement brain-based techniques from the CDC’s research base and in-house specialists to assist children with self-regulation and classroom behaviors.
• Apply CLASS-based practices to ensure superior interactions, particularly for instructional support.
• Participate in the CDC’s literacy initiative for emergent writing and reading by supporting the children’s development.
• Attend post-observational conferences to discuss strengths, areas for growth and overall alignment with high-quality practices.
• Supervise children in the classroom at all times under the direction of the Lead Teacher and report concerns to the Center Director.
• Ensure the classroom and all equipment are clean, well-maintained, and safe.
• Adhere to all CDC policies and procedures as set forth in the policy manual.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Decision making

Time management

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attendance

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma

2,500 child hours

CDA (optional)

Job description

Child Development Centers Inc. Downtown seeks a Part-Time Educational Aide II to support the Lead Teacher in delivering high-quality care and education for children in Erie. The role emphasizes classroom facilitation, safety, and engagement with students.

Shift is Monday–Friday 2:30pm–5:30pm, with benefits including PTO, holidays and sick days. Some travel to other county centers may be required. This is an opportunity to contribute to developmentally appropriate practice under the CDC