Extended Care Aide - Part-Time M-F 1:30-5:30PM

Children First•Sarasota, FL

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Classroom Aide to support our extended care program after school hours. The ideal candidate will assist in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, actively supervising and interacting with their activities, and social interactions.

Requirements

High school student (Junior or Senior) - or - High School diploma or GED.
State mandated 45-hour coursework completion or ability to complete within established timeframes.
Experience in a childcare or educational setting preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, and staff.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children.
Basic knowledge of child development and educational practices.
First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
Provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions
Plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation
Set and maintain professional boundaries with families
Use technology to plan, record, report and monitor education and child development services
Speak, read and write English; bilingual language(s) is helpful
Solve problems and make appropriate decisions
Manage time, solve problems and make appropriate decisions in varying situations
Work collaboratively and cooperatively with fellow staff, parents, and community representatives
Lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Kneels, stoops, bends, reaches and sits on floor to attend to children’s needs
Sitting, for working at keyboard and desk, standing, driving for home and site visits
Moves quickly in response to active children in need of redirection to protect their and others safety
Uses manual dexterity, reaches with hands and arms, stretches, and talks or hears
Responds both physically and mentally to emergency or crisis situations
Variability in temperature, environment and noise
Potential sensory response associated with toileting and/or children who are ill
Contact with children who are ill and/or possibly contagious
Contact with chemicals to clean and sanitize equipment and facility

Nice To Haves

Experience in a childcare or educational setting preferred.
bilingual language(s) is helpful

Responsibilities

Supervise and engage with the children during after-school hours, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Interact and actively supervise children students in their activities, providing guidance and support as needed.
Plan and implement age-appropriate recreational and educational activities.
Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages social interaction and teamwork.
Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and staff regarding student progress and any concerns.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.