GENERAL FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Child Development Center Program Director, Site Lead and Classroom Teachers, the Classroom Aide is responsible for meeting the developmental needs of children birth to five years of age in a group setting. Responsibilities include but are not limited to encouraging and participating in daily activities with children in the classroom; supervision of children, assisting in the classrooms routines and providing breaks to classroom teachers, following lesson plans and class schedule as directed by the classroom teachers, aiding in managing child behaviors; maintaining positive relationships and professional communications with children, families and coworkers. Other duties include preparation of activities and materials, cleaning of classroom and equipment, and other duties assigned by the lead teacher, Site Lead or Program Director. This is a seasonal position based on the USD259 school year calendar.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience Requirements:

1. Minimum age of 16 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The successful employee will demonstrate individual competence in the following areas:1. Ability to follow safety requirements pertaining to young children2. Ability to work with and follow directions3. Effectively respond to questions from coworkers, parents, and Program Director/Site Lead in a timely manner4. Ability to work independently without direct oversite5. Possess the ability to be flexible

Physical/Mental Requirements:

1. Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities as dictated by activity; run, jump climb, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand, walk, and perform moderate physical activity for extended periods of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity2. Must possess mental alertness, problem solving and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment3. Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment, and the desire to work with all ages4. Must exhibit initiative5. Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner6. Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties, and deadlines7. Must always present a neat and professional appearance

Job Requirements:

1. Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values2. Must attend New Employee Orientation and meet applicable KDHE requirements within 30 days of hire3. Complete Pediatric CPR/AED, Pediatric First Aid, and KDHE Health and Safety trainings as applicable to current regulations and in accordance with Conditions of Employment4. Understand and abide by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association5. Ability to supervise participants and maintain safety standards actively and effectively6. Ability to handle all questions and concerns and resolve conflicts in a courteous and professional manner

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Provide coverage in the classroom when teachers are on break2. Follow posted lesson plans and classroom schedule as directed by classroom teachers3. Support children's learning through participation and encouragement4. Assist any child who needs to be fed, changed or have other needs addressed

Program Operations:

1. Effectively communicating the mission, vision, and values of the Wichita YMCA2. Develop and maintain positive, open relationships with families and coworkers3. Greet parents by name upon arrival and departure4. communicate all concerns to the classroom Teacher5. Redirect parent concerns to classroom teacher or Program director in a courteous manner6. Follow all program guidelines regarding food service, clean up and food storage7. Support and demonstrate discipline practices in accordance with the YMCA's policies and KDHE regulations8. Support and follow individual behavior plan for children as directed by the classroom teacher9. Support toilet training and assist children when accidents occur

Classroom Organization:

1. Manage all classroom supplies and equipment in a safe and organized manner2. Maintain the classroom environment to support smooth transitions and the independent learning of children3. Ensure all supplies and classroom items are stored neatly in all areas of the classroom, including but not limited cubbies, centers, and tops of shelves4. Follow the cleaning schedule, as posted and additional items as necessary5. Maintain complete familiarity with all risk management procedures and policies

Strong Community Campaign:

1. Engage and actively participate in annual campaign, including but not limited to solicitation of donations and facilitation of impact tours

Other:

1. Attend all required staff meetings and trainings2. Follow program dress code 3. Maintain proper attendance. More than three unexcused absences in a year is considered excessive. 4. Maintain confidentiality on a strict need-to-know basis, with parents, outside agencies and the general public5. Meet or exceed all KDHE regulations, CACFP guidelines and in-service hours6. Represent the YMCA well to all who encounter you and your program7. Take concerns and complaints directly to the program director, thus eliminating unnecessary negativity and misunderstandings8. Follow the Association's Code of Conduct and Child Abuse Code of Conduct9. Personify the YMCA's Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all interactions with children, parents, co-workers, and the community10.

DO ANYTHING DEEMED NECESSARY TO MAKE THE CENTER FUNCTION IN AN EFFICIENT AND APPROPRIATE

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