EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIALIST 1

(Part-Time Hourly) Open Date:  November 4, 2024

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[Position Summary]{.underline}

The Early Childhood Program Specialist 1 (Classroom Aide) is responsible for supporting the classroom routines and activities in collaboration with the Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 and 3. This position works under direct supervision, performing entry-level work following clearly defined work procedures and priorities. Duties include performing classroom work such as supporting children's learning activities and routines such as transitions, rest, choice time, and meals.

[Essential Functions]{.underline}

• Engage with children in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support children with transitions and routines such as indoor/outdoor learning, meals, and small group activities, etc.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that assist with maintenance of a healthy and safe environment for young children.
• Model appropriate guidance techniques and communication skills with young children.

• Be familiar with and support the implementation of the State Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers

   

[Other Work Activities:]{.underline}

• Flexibility in supporting lead teaching staff in two classrooms and stepping into their role while they are outside of the classrooms.

   

[Duties of the position require knowledge and experience:]{.underline}

• Be familiar with and help implement the State Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers.

• Previous work with young children.

   

[Duties of the position require the ability to]{.underline}:

• Maintains confidentiality regarding family information.
• Manages time and multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrates clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Maintains professional and ethical boundaries with children, families, and staff.
• Works as a team member.

• Possesses interpersonal relationship skills.

   

[Required physical abilities]{.underline}:

• May be required to lift moderate amounts of weight up to 40 lbs.

• Requires the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, bend and work with children on the floor for extended periods of time.

   

[Required work schedule and work environment]{.underline}:

• Work Schedule: Tuesday-Friday; 9:30am-2:30pm; may require extra hours for special events and staff meetings.

   

[Required education or certificates]{.underline}:

• Experience working with young children in a childcare setting or currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program.
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• 30-hr Basic Child Care
• HIV/AIDS certification
• Valid certification in adult, infant and children CPR and first aid.
• Food Handler's Permit.
• Proof of Negative TB Test within the past year.
• Proof of MMR vaccination.

• Satisfactory Criminal History and Background Inquiry with MERIT.

   

[Required background clearance]{.underline}:

Yes.

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