Classroom Aide

Mid Michigan Community Action Agency • Gladwin Township, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Classroom Aide will assist in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate program for eligible children, following curriculum and funding source guidelines in coordination with management staff. This role ensures quality program service delivery and protects the privacy of customers/families by holding in confidence all information obtained during service. The aide actively engages young children in intentional learning throughout the day, promotes a team approach in program coordination, and actively engages family involvement, including child and family goal setting. They also assist in creating and maintaining a safe classroom environment and serve as an effective team member, promoting positive concepts. Additionally, the aide is responsible for accurate and timely completion of program documentation and record keeping, recruiting families, promoting agency programs, and participating in professional development activities. This role may also fulfill the duties of an associate teacher if they are unavailable.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Have a high school diploma/GED.
• Experience working with young children.
• Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire or the first session offered thereafter.
• Must complete 16 hours of annual training in addition to CPR, First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogen training.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.
• Complete additional certifications as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and code of ethics at all times.
• Proficient Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet).
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and MMCAA’s “Insurance Carriers” driving record review.
• Successfully complete required background checks at time of hire and when requested.
• Written report by a physician stating physical capability and freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people.
• Self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.
• Willingness to accept new challenges.
• Ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.
• Comply with Agency tobacco free and drug free policies.
• Understand the importance of daily work attendance, and its impact on coworkers, clients, and the agency.
• Able to lift and carry a child weighing 45 pounds in an emergency situation.
• Able to bend, squat, and sit on the floor.
• Physically capable of performing CPR (with appropriate training).
• Able to work at the same level as a preschool child – bend, sit on floor or child’s chair, squat.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate program for eligible children following the curriculum and funding source guidelines in coordination with management staff.
• Ensure quality program service delivery.
• Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.
• Take attendance of children at mealtimes.
• Assist in the serving and supervision of meals to children (if no lunch aide on site).
• Assist in the transportation of children to and from the site.
• Assure the safety and well-being of every child in care.
• Promote a team approach in program coordination with site staff, management staff, Policy Council and area school personnel.
• Actively engage young children in intentional learning through all parts of the day.
• Fulfill the role of associate teacher as deemed necessary if the Associate Teacher is unavailable.
• Actively engage family involvement in the program, including child and family goal setting.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a developmentally appropriate and safe classroom environment.
• Perform as an effective team member and promote positive concepts in the classroom.
• Assist in the distribution and collection of in-kind.
• Accurately complete required program documentation and record keeping in a neat and timely manner.
• Work effectively with Teaching Team, Regional Coordinator and Component Coordinators in meeting program and overall departmental monthly, quarterly and annual goals and objectives.
• Recruit families and promote agency programs within the community.
• Participate in personal and professional development activities, including staff meetings, conferences, training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.
• Attend community events and meetings to support the agency programs; including evening and weekend events/meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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