Childcare Center Classroom Assistant - Bilingual Spanish/English [Dodd]

Tierra Encantada • Eagan, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Tierra Encantada, headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, is a leader in Spanish immersion early education®, providing high-quality language immersion education and care to children 6 weeks through 6 years of age. The company is passionate about nurturing children's growth, creating intentional learning environments, and celebrating diversity. Guided by optimism, Tierra Encantada is driven by a shared vision for a brighter future for every child, family, and team member. Tierra Encantada - Dodd is hiring for a Classroom Assistant for one of its Infant classrooms. Classroom Assistants support Teachers in creating an engaging and welcoming environment for children and families, assist in implementing Tierra Encantada's curriculum and lesson plans, and help the Lead Teacher with daily classroom routines.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in Spanish.
• Strong communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.
• Provide a certificate of completion of an approved pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire. Employees are responsible for renewing and maintaining a valid, current CPR and pediatric first aid certification at all times.
• Must have a respect for diversity and recognize that diversity makes our program better.
• Must have the ability to complete annual required trainings to ensure providing high-quality early education.
• Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating an engaging and welcoming environment for children and families.
• Support the implementation of Tierra Encantada's curriculum and lesson plans through participation in planned activities and lessons.
• Support the Lead Teacher in daily classroom routines and scheduling including transitions, snack times, and activity preparation.
• Help maintain classroom organization by ensuring supplies are stocked and equipment is cleaned and stored properly.
• Observe and interact with children to support their individual developmental needs.
• Provide feedback to the Lead Teacher regarding children's progress and areas needing support.
• Assist in preparing materials and documentation for parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain open and positive communication with parents to support their child's growth and development.
• Share daily updates with families as directed by the Lead Teacher.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with co-workers and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Must fulfill required training requirements, and support Center objectives in achieving accreditation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous PTO package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance bonus
• Discounted childcare and waitlist priority for enrollment
• Company paid professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees