Teacher's Aide

Wilder; Saint Paul (MN); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 26.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Employer-matched 401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid family leave

Zusammenfassung

Wilder in Saint Paul, Minnesota is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher’s Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals. You will support teachers and families, model respectful interactions, and help maintain a welcoming, clean classroom environment for children aged 16 months to 5 years.

The role offers full-time hours, with opportunities to grow professionally and obtain the Child Development Associate credential after hire, with full financial support provided by the center.

Qualifikationen

• High school or GED
• You are fluent in English and can work with diverse families
• Team-oriented and respectful, with willingness to learn and grow

Aufgaben

• Support teachers and staff to provide services to children and families, serving as a role model with a strengths-based, culturally relevant approach
• Maintain a clean, welcoming environment; assist with light housekeeping, laundry, meal prep and cleanup
• Navigate and report mishaps, illnesses or injuries with patience and support from the team
• Attend trainings and complete required certifications such as CPR, First Aid, DEI and DHS trainings

Jobbeschreibung

Job Duties

It's always an incredible day at the Wilder Child Development Center! With full-time childcare and preschool right here in Saint Paul, Minnesota, parents and guardians can expect the highest quality learning and care for their children ages 16 months to 5 years with year-round enrollment. The Wilder Child Development Center is a Head Start co-location site, NAEYC accredited and has the highest rating of 4-Stars by Parent Aware. This means that parents and guardians can expect incredible childcare, learning that prepares children for kindergarten and life, and support for the whole family!

The Child Development Center is part of Wilder’s Economic Stability and Aging Services (ESAS) division that focuses on stability and wellness throughout the lifespan, from prenatal to older adults. ESAS takes a culturally-responsive, strengths-based approach to serving people and their families: prenatal and early childhood education, housing and wealth creation, healthy aging, and community-focused school and family supports. Join a team who brings their diverse identities, cultures, lived experiences and skills to provide economic stability and aging services are impactful for the whole family.

You will be expected to complete the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential after hire. The CDC provides full financial support for obtaining this credential.

As An Early Childhood Teacher’s Aide, You’ll

• Actively work and participate with our team of teachers and staff to provide support and services to children and their families as a role model for children; Guide diverse children using a strengths-based, culturally relevant approach that supports the whole family;
• Help maintain an incredible experience and environment that’s clean, welcoming and accessible for children and their families such as light housekeeping, laundry, meal prep and cleanup;
• Navigate and report any mishaps, diseases or injuries with patience and support from your Early Childhood Education team;
• Continue to grow professionally by attending staff trainings, participating in relevant development opportunities, and completing requested or required trainings like CPR, First Aid, diversity, equity and inclusion, or special DHS training.

Minimum Education Required

High school or GED

Minimum Experience Required

• Basic Qualification For An Early Childhood Teacher’s Aide
• You have experience working with a diversity of toddlers, young children and their families; You don’t compromise on cleanliness, health, safety, security and privacy; you’re friendly, value diverse people, experiences and skills, and approach others with respect, empathy and care; You can work with little supervision and don’t hesitate to ask for clarification if and when needed;
• You work efficiently, can manage your time and know when to prioritize. You’ve finished high school or GED and would like to continue learning about early childhood education; You’re fluent in English (and, so cool if you speak other language(s) too!)

About Wilder

• Shift: First (Day)
• Number of Openings: 1
• Public Transportation Accessible: Yes
• Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Yes
• Physical Required: No
• Drug Test Required: No
• Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 / Hourly
• Postal Code: 55104
• Job Type: Full Time
• Place of Work: On-site
• Requisition ID: 2327

Job Benefits

When you work at Wilder, you will join a diverse community of passionate individuals who are committed to the Wilder mission and dedicated to serving whole families. Our workplace diversity strengthens our mission and contributes to our vision of individuals and families thriving in St. Paul and beyond.

We offer a dynamic Total Rewards package, which includes competitive compensation and benefits - health, dental, employer-matched 401(k), PTO, paid family, medical and caregiver leave, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and employee wellness programs. In addition, you will have access to professional development opportunities, including development funding, tuition discounts, and training. You will also have access to Wilder's employee resource groups, and other opportunities available to all employees. Eligible federal loans may also qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation is a nonprofit community organization that creates lasting, positive change through direct services, research and advocacy. Learn more at https://www.wilder.org/