Program Aide

Bauer Family Resources

Lafayette (IN)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Full time

20 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Short- and Long-Term Disability

10 paid holidays + PTO

Reflective supervision & wellness

Job summary

Bauer Family Resources in Lafayette, IN is seeking a warm Program Aide to assist in delivering education and nutrition services to children in Head Start programs. You will help with classroom routines, prepare snacks, support learning activities and maintain clean, safe spaces both indoors and outdoors.

Qualifications include a High School diploma, 1–2 years of child care experience preferred, and the ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent is required.
1–2 years child care experience preferred.
Must pass routine background checks.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and meet insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

Assist teachers with classroom routines and daily activities.
Support implementation of lesson plans and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Assist with providing snacks and meals to children in accordance with program expectations.
Assist teachers in maintaining clean, safe, and engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments.
Support classroom practices that promote children's health, safety, and well-being.
Ensure compliance with Bauer policies and licensing requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Willingness to learn

Spanish language (a plus)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location --,Lafayette, IN, 47901,United States
Base Pay $15.33 / Hour
Job Category Early Childhood Education, Head Start
Employee Type FT/PY/B
Required Degree High school
Manage Others No

Job Title:

Program Aide

Pay Range:

$15.33 hourly

Who We are:

At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Position Summary:

The Program Aide is responsible for assisting in the delivery of education and nutrition services. This includes bathroom and diapering, tooth brushing, and kitchen duties as necessary. This position assists in maintaining clean and safe indoor and outdoor environments.

Essential Functions:

The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.

Classroom Support & Child Development

Assist teachers with classroom routines and daily activities.
Support the implementation of lesson plans and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Assist with providing snacks and meals to children in accordance with program expectations.
Assist teachers in maintaining clean, safe, and engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments.
Support classroom practices that promote children's health, safety, and well-being.

Compliance & Program Quality

Ensure compliance with Bauer policies, State Licensing requirements, and Head Start Program Performance Standards.

Collaboration & Professional Development

Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development opportunities, including:
- Twice-monthly staff meetings
- Monthly Professional Development Days
- Quarterly All-Agency meetings
- Annual Pre-Service training

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.

Education/Certification/Licensure:

High School diploma or equivalent
Must maintain a valid driver's license and meet requirements set by insurance carrier at all times.

Experience Required:

1-2 years child care experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills Required:

Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Basic math skills
Ability to document worktime in web-based system
Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus

Physical Requirements:

To accomplish the essential functions of the position, one must be physically able to operate or work with computers, calculators, reference books, computer software applications, phones, and other standard office equipment. The physical activities of the position include talking, reaching, grasping, light lifting, bending, squatting, and other repetitive motions.

Our Workplace Culture:

At Bauer Family Resources, every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience.

Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality.