School-Age Care Aide - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Celebree; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Employee assistance program

Childcare Discount

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee Support Loans

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Caliday is seeking a Teacher's Aide to support the before- and after-care program for school-age children in Maryland. You will help implement age-appropriate activities, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, and support the Program Director in daily operations.

The ideal candidate has some childcare experience and will work under the School Age Teacher to ensure the Caliday mission and values are upheld. A positive, communicative approach with families is essential.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have some experience in the childcare field.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the management of the program space, ensuring compliance with all MSDE-OCC regulations, company standards, policies and procedures.
• Provides a welcoming and friendly environment for all children, parents and visitors.
• Assists with the implementation of activities that are age appropriate and stimulating in accordance with the provided Caliday curriculum.
• Assists and supervises children during all activities; counsels children as needed using Conscious Discipline and appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Communicates effectively with parents, e.g., greeting by name, addressing concerns in a timely manner, giving positive feedback, and providing regular updates on program happenings.
• Maintains open and effective communication with team, parents and school community.
• Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the classroom environment is appropriately maintained.
• Identifies opportunities and/or problems in the program and works with the School Age Teacher and/or Program Director to resolve.
• Maintains yearly certification requirements including Continuing Education Credits.

Skills

Childcare experience

Job description

Caliday is seeking a Teacher's Aide to support the before- and after-care program for school-age children in Maryland. You will help implement age-appropriate activities, maintain a safe and engaging classroom, and support the Program Director in daily operations.

The ideal candidate has some childcare experience and will work under the School Age Teacher to ensure the Caliday mission and values are upheld. A positive, communicative approach with families is essential.