Childcare Teacher Assistant (Childcare Assistant)

Department

CHILD CARE CENTER

(IN-CHCR-IUINA) Department Information Indiana University Indianapolis (IUI) Center for Young Children partners with families to provide a nurturing, play-based learning environment that fosters social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development. The Center strives to be the standard for quality center-based childcare. Job Summary Supports children's growth and development in the 5 domains (social/emotional, cognitive, physical, self-care, and communication/ literacy) utilizing a variety of methods that are research-based and reflect the center's philosophy. Uses information about individual children's needs, interests, and concerns gained through observation to help plan and implement curriculum and assessment. Understands, accepts, and embraces social, cultural, and economic backgrounds of children and families, ensuring that the program provides for these individual differences. Works cooperatively and equitably with classroom co-teacher to ensure engaging, comfortable, child-centered classroom. Is familiar with and follows state licensing regulations and national accreditation standards. Fills out and files written reports and forms in a timely fashion and notifies upper management regarding any accidents or unusual incidents throughout the day. Handles disagreements and conflicts with other center staff in a direct, but professional and respectful manner. Promotes center philosophy and educational objectives. Supports and follows the center's code of ethical conduct. Assists in training for hourly aides. Communicates respectfully and appropriately about challenges a child may have experienced in a day. In collaboration with co-teacher, communicates with families about classroom activities and child's progress on a regular basis. Attends and participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings. Pursues professional development through conferences, classes, workshops, and reading. Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) Preferred Associate's degree in early childhood development, elementary education, or a related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare facility or in a related field

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) certification SKILLS Required Excellent organizational skills Strong verbal communication and listening skills Effective interpersonal skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information Preferred Seeks to understand different perspectives and cultures Ability to actively contribute to a work climate where differences are valued and supported Sensitive to cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating Working Conditions / Demands This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Advertised Salary Starting salary is $36,003.55 per year Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification Career Level:

Foundational FLSA:

Nonexempt Job Function:

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Childcare Services Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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