Substitute Classroom Assistant

St Francis Children s Center; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

St Francis Children's Center in Milwaukee, WI seeks an In House Pool Classroom Assistant to support daily activities and supervise children in a warm, nurturing setting. The role requires planning and implementing the curriculum, assisting teachers, and participating in team meetings.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, Wisconsin Early Childhood I & II certifications (or CDA/Associate degree), and Infant/Toddlers training as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Wisconsin state certified classes in Early Childhood I and Early Childhood II, prefer a CDA or Associates degree in Early Childhood.
• Working with children under the age of two requires a Wisconsin certified Infants and Toddlers class.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times.
• Function as the primary caregiver for a group of children.
• Plan and implement curriculum and daily program activities.

Skills

Supervision

Caregiving

Curriculum planning

Program delivery

Meal service

Safety awareness

Toilet assistance

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

WI Early Childhood I & II

CDA or Associates in Early Childhood

Tools

Computer

Copier

Fax

Scanner

Telephone

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

In House Pool Classroom Assistant

In House Pool Milwaukee, WI, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1192

Salary is commensurate based on experience

Essential Functions

• Supervise andensurethesafetyandwell-beingofthechildrenatalltimes, beingalertfortheneedsof the children as individuals and as a group
• Functionastheprimarycaregiverforagroupofchildren
• Assistteacherinanywaypossiblewhichmayinclude,butisnotlimitedto thefollowing:
• Planandimplementcurriculum
• Implementthedailyprogram
• Decoratetheroomand/orbulletinboards
• Servemealsandsnacks
• Keepclassroomandstorageareasneatandorderly
• Whereapplicable,assistchildrenwithtoiletneeds
• Launderclassroommaterialsandwash/disinfecttoys
• Assistinallpersonalcareaspectsofthechildren
• Followdirectionsofteachersregardingstaffingneedsoftheprogram
• Attendandparticipateinteammeetings,staffmeetings,andstaffing asrequestedtooffer suggestions, observations, and ideas regarding program or individual child needs
• Attendscheduledon-sitein-servicesandcompleteannualcontinuingeducation
• Temporarilyassumeresponsibilitiesoftheteacherintheabsenceoftheteacher
• Befamiliarwithandfollowallcenterpolicies,procedures,stateregulationsandaccreditationstandards
• Reporttoteacheranycasesofsuspectedchildabuseandneglect
• Attendandassistwithfieldtrips
• Assistteacherinsupervisinganddirectingsubsandvolunteers
• Allotherdutiesasassigned

PhysicalDemandsofthePosition

• Standandwalkrepetitively.
• Bend,twistandreachrepetitively.
• Farvisionat20feetorfurther, nearvisionat20inchesorless.
• Speakandhear.
• Kneel,crouch,climb,feelandstooprepetitively.
• Liftandcarryobjectsweighinguptothirtylbs.repetitively.
• Push/pull objects at a medium intensity level of effort.
• Handle or manipulate objects at a medium intensity level of effort.

Mental Requirements

• Musthaveabilitytocopewithchangesinroutinetoaccommodateneedsoftheschool
• Mustbeabletohandlemultipletasksatatime
• Mustbeabletocontinuallyinteractwithco-workers,parentsandchildreninapositivemanner

Environmental/WorkingConditions

• Insideworkenvironment90%ofthetime
• Exposureattimestocoldorwarmconditionswhenoutsidewiththechildren

Equipment Used

• Computer,printer
• Copymachine,fax,scanner
• Telephone

Required Education/License/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Wisconsin state certified classes in Early Childhood I and Early Childhood II, prefer a CDA or Associates degree in Early Childhood.
• WorkingwithchildrenundertheageoftworequiresaWisconsincertifiedInfantsandToddlersclass.

RequiredKnowledgeand Skills

• Understandandfollowwrittenandverbaldirections
• Read,write,basicmathskills
• Stronginterpersonalandcommunicationskills
• Positiveandfriendlyattitude
• Strongorganizationalskills
• Abilitytofunctioneffectivelyinateamsetting
• Abilitytoadjusttovariousworkchangesthatoccurthroughouttheday

Behaviorand Attitude

The mission and philosophy of St. Francis Children’s Center requires this position to perform in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, clients, and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each client, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. In addition, strict client confidentiality must be maintained.

EqualEmploymentOpportunityPolicy

St.FrancisChildren’sCenterisincompliancewiththeequalopportunitypolicyandstandardsoftheWisconsin Department of Workforce Development, the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services and all applicable local, state and federal statutes and regulations relating to nondiscrimination in employment and service delivery.

It is our to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. No otherwise qualified person shall be excluded from employment, be denied the benefits of employment or otherwise be subject to discrimination in employment in any manner on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, disability or association with a person with a disability, arrest or conviction record, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, political belief, or affiliation, military participation, or use or non-use of lawful products off the employers premises during working hours. All supervisors and managers are expected to support goals and programmatic activities relating to nondiscrimination in employment.