Job Overview Join our vibrant childcare team as a Childcare Center Aide, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a nurturing environment for young children to learn, grow, and thrive. In this role, you will support lead teachers in implementing engaging activities, ensuring child safety, and fostering positive development. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's early childhood experiences while gaining valuable classroom management skills. If you're passionate about early education and enjoy working with children, this is the perfect role to jumpstart your career in childcare! Responsibilities Assist lead teachers in planning and executing age-appropriate activities that promote childhood development and learning. Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Support children with daily routines such as meal times, diapering or potty training, and nap schedules. Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment that encourages exploration and creativity. Communicate effectively with parents. Follow mandated reporting laws to report any concerns related to child safety or welfare promptly. Support classroom management strategies that foster positive behavior and social skills among children. Requirements Prior experience working with children in settings such as daycare, preschool, babysitting, nannying, or similar environments. Knowledge of early childhood education principles and childhood development milestones is preferred. Certification in first aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain upon hire), including pediatric first aid training. Familiarity with special education needs and experience working with children with disabilities is preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and team members while demonstrating patience and empathy. Understanding of or willingness to learn classroom management techniques and behavior management strategies. Commitment to maintaining a safe environment by adhering to health guidelines and mandated reporting laws. This position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to support young children's growth in a dynamic educational setting. We value energetic team players who are dedicated to creating positive experiences for every child they serve!

Pay:

From $13.00 per hour Expected hours: 6.0 - 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person