Classroom Support Aide - Part Time
About The Position
Brightpoint is a human services organization focused on advancing the well-being of children by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Classroom Support Aide assists the Teacher or Lead Teacher in implementing classroom activities and providing physical care for children, ensuring that safety rules are observed and implemented. This is a part-time, hourly position at the Scott Child & Family Center in Bloomington. The center is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; assigned shifts vary. Compensation is $17.05–$19.50 per hour, with offers commensurate with experience. Bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation. Emerging Leaders have access to leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship. Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to effectively interact with children and communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Some college coursework in early childhood education.
- Experience working with children and families.
Responsibilities
- Familiarize yourself with the Center philosophy and classroom operations.
- Assist in implementing classroom guidelines and goals, contributing ideas for lesson plans.
- Conduct small-group activities.
- Supervise children engaged in play activities.
- Observe and report children’s behavior to the teacher.
- Familiarize yourself with educational approaches in early childhood education.
- Actively supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children in indoor and outdoor environments.
- Ensure safety rules are observed and guard against harmful situations on field trips, walking trips, and the playground.
- Assist in serving meals and snacks.
- Implement acceptable child management techniques.
- Recognize young children’s developmental stages and maintain knowledge of basic child development for the assigned age group.
- Set up and monitor classroom and playground equipment and materials.
- Attend to children’s physical care and health needs and maintain required records.
- Report concerns or issues to the designated supervising Teacher.
- Assist with collecting child information for portfolios, writing child assessments, and conducting parent/teacher conferences.
Benefits
- Leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship for Emerging Leaders.
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Brightpoint’s status as an approved agency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
