Child Development Assistant / Associate AM - Southern View Elementary

Springfield School District 186 • Springfield, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assisting with the Project SCOPE program at Southern View Elementary, focusing on school-age children. The role requires interacting with children and parents, managing program operations under the guidance of the Project SCOPE office and school principal, and contributing to a positive and respectful environment. The hours are from 7:00 am to 9:00 am, for 203 days a year.

Requirements

• Highly interested in school-age children.
• Warm, positive attitude and an ability to relate with children and adults.
• Willingness to fulfill the program goals.
• Take any required online training classes (Gateways).
• Become CPR and First Aid certified (Project SCOPE will provide the class).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Child Care, teaching or related area of study.

Responsibilities

• Collect fees from parents and maintain all bookkeeping records.
• Assist in overseeing the Project SCOPE program in an elementary school in cooperation with the Project SCOPE office and the principal of the assigned school.
• Meet the needs of the individual child and treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Establish a positive liaison with parents and children.
• Assume an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities with the staff.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training programs.
• Support school’s rules and staff members.
• Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator or Assistant Coordinator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree