Preschool Aide or Substitute

Calvary Church; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a dedicated Preschool Assistant to support the classroom teacher. This role involves interacting with children, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, a strong commitment to the mission of the preschool, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff. Join a nurturing community where you can make a significant impact in children's lives and contribute to their growth and development in a warm, supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma required.
• Must declare a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Must agree with the mission of Calvary Preschool.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in setting up the classroom and preparing for the day.
• Help with snack time and ensure cleanliness.
• Engage with children during activities and assist as needed.

Skills

Loves children

Ability to assist and redirect children

Cleaning and sanitizing skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

To aid the Preschool Teacher with whom they work by helping to direct the children, cleaning up the classroom, and getting prepared for the next day of Preschool.

Schedule

Arrive at school no later than 8:30am and complete tasks by 12:00pm. The Preschool runs from Monday to Thursday during the school year but exact days will be dependent on the classroom assignment.

Qualifications

• Educational qualifications require a minimum of a High School Diploma.
• Declares a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Agrees with the mission and philosophy of Calvary Preschool.
• Agrees with the mission and doctrinal statement of Calvary Church.
• Loves children.
• Has the gift of helps.

Relationships

• Accountable to the classroom teacher.
• Accountable to the Director of the Preschool.
• Responsible for the children under their care.

Responsibilities

• Help the teacher set up the room for the morning (may be done at the end of the prior session in preparation for the next class day).
• Be responsible for the snack.
  
  • When it arrives, refrigerate what needs refrigerating.
  • Set out items for snack time.
  • Return unused snack to parent.
• Assist with cleanup after free play.
  
  • Wash out paint brushes and paint cups in a bucket. No paint (except watercolor) may be washed down the sinks.
  • Direct children in cleaning up their toys.
  • Get the children and room ready for circle time.
• Wash tables with cleaning solution or sanitizing wipes:
  
  • After free play and before snack time.
  • After snack time.
  • At the end of the morning.
• Assist with children ...
  
  • During center time:
    
    • Interact with the children.
    • Redirect them when necessary.
    • Read to the children.
    • Assist with art projects.
  • With putting on coats and fastening them when going outside or for dismissal.
  • In bathroom as necessary.
  • With discipline problems while the teacher is teaching.
• Assist in the Kiddie gym, gym, and on the playground. There should always be two adults with the children.
• Help children and teacher at dismissal time.
• Clean up the room after class:
  
  • Vacuum all carpeted areas.
  • Sweep all hard floors.
  • Spray all toys and tables with sanitizing spray at the end of each day. Let air dry.
  • Take all trash to the large trashcans in each hallway and place a clean liner in the classroom trashcans.
  • Check to see that the room is clean and tidy before leaving. If you finish before 12:00, ask what else you may do to help (hang artwork on the walls, prepare items for the next day, etc.). If there is nothing else needed, you may clock out.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Light physical work requirements (lifting 10-20 lbs.), sitting, prolonged standing, potential reaching, climbing, prolonged positioning under hot bright lights, and occasionally outside in differing weather conditions.