Child Care Early Learning Aide

Kenaitze Indian Tribe • Kenai, AK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Support and assist the Early Learning programming, Birth-5 years old by providing a positive learning experience for children and families, creating a successful environment which will promote the growth and development of our enrolled children. Aides will assist teachers in all work as appropriate and with all other program components (health, nutrition, family services, and mental health), including, but not limited to, home visits, parental involvement, and providing support and assistance to families and children enrolled in Head Start, Early Head Start and Child Care to enhance personal success. Child Care Early Learning Aides will work closely with the Birth-5 teaching staff, Infant Toddler Supervisor, Preschool Supervisor, Child Care Supervisor and the Early Learning Manager to support and provide holistic, comprehensive services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• One (1) year of experience working with children Birth-5 years old
• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• A desire to understand Kenaitze Dena'ina culture, history, and traditions
• Must have a current Certified Development Assistant (CDA) certification or obtain with 18 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire, or within 30 days
• Must have Food Handler's Card or obtain within 30 days of hire
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
• Possesses a creative, energetic, and motivated approach to achieving goals
• Ability to interact with children in a nurturing and supportive manner, understanding their physical and emotional needs
• Ability to manage multiple goals, projects, and deadlines
• Ability to lead, adapt, and align programs with change
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Good oral and written communication-standard language
• Ability to work a varied work schedule
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
• This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

Responsibilities

• Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities
• Works as a team member with Early Learning staff as well as other programs within the Kenaitze Education Department
• Maintains accurate data records using Child Plus
• Assists with and follows regulations regarding (but not limited to), laundry, sanitation, emergency evacuation plans, playground, and building safety
• Creates a positive and structured learning environment for children in the infant, toddler and preschool classrooms, establishes routines and clear expectations for children, models problem-solving skills using the Conscious Discipline model as adopted by the Kenaitze Education Department
• Performs basic responsibilities, including the ability to change children's diapers, assist in toileting, and help with feeding children, as necessary
• Maintains open communication with parents/families and Early Learning staff and provides regular updates on the progress and development of enrolled children
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED