Classroom Aide

Catholic Charities of Baltimore•Edgewood, MD

18h•$17

About The Position

Catholic Charities of Baltimore Head Start/Early Head Start is currently seeking a Head Start Classroom Aide, who will be responsible for support and assistance in providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for the growth, well-being, and development of the child. Responsible for incorporating Catholic Charities mission, vision, values, and philosophies into daily work and demonstrating a positive attitude and commitment to excellence. The work schedule is 8:45 AM -3:00 PM Mon-Fri. Catholic Charities’ Head Start/ Early Head Start programs promote school readiness and family self-sufficiency through holistic services.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED.
Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions.
Must have the ability and willingness to relate effectively with individuals from diverse socio-economic groups; model appropriate language when interacting with children and adults; model professional responsibility and personal integrity.
Accompany the children on field trips and to actively participate with them in other activities; comply with the established work schedule and all policies and procedures.
The position requires long periods of standing and intermittent reaching, bending, walking, stooping, sitting, including sitting on the floor, and the ability to move freely throughout the building including climbing stairs in those buildings where there isn’t an elevator.
Must have the ability to respond to a child in distress and have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. irregularly.

Responsibilities

Assist in the teaching team in selecting materials and equipment and arranging the classroom to provide a well-managed, welcoming environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level of the children.
Identify and show respect for a child’s culture and home environment.
Support the teaching team in addressing the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs of children in a manner consistent with Head Start Performance Standards and Catholic Charities mission, vision, and values.
Assist in maintaining a classroom environment that incorporates the principles of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS): Emotional Support: a classroom where children are motivated, nurtured and connected. Classroom Organization: a classroom where children consistently have things to do and are interested and engaged in learning tasks. Instructional Support: a curriculum that effectively supports cognitive and language development.
Comply with federal, state, and local guidelines and with the policies and procedures of the Maryland State Office of Child Care, Head Start and Catholic Charities.
Perform other duties as assigned.