Classroom Support Aide - Part Time

Brightpoint • Bloomington, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Brightpoint is a human services organization focused on advancing children’s well-being by investing in families and strengthening communities through data-informed, collaborative, and preventative solutions. The Classroom Support Aide assists the Teacher or Lead Teacher with classroom activities and children’s physical care, helping ensure safety rules are observed and implemented. The role is based at Scott Child & Family Center in Bloomington and is part-time and hourly. 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 based on factors such as experience, education, qualifications, skills, certifications, and organizational needs. Bilingual candidates may receive additional compensation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to interact effectively 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

• Become familiar with the Center’s philosophy and classroom operations.
• Contribute ideas for lesson plans and help implement classroom guidelines and goals.
• Conduct small-group activities.
• Supervise children engaged in play activities.
• Observe children’s behavior and report it to the teacher.
• Actively supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being indoors and outdoors.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and guard against harmful situations on field trips, walking trips, and the playground.
• Assist with serving meals and snacks.
• Use 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 gathering information for children’s portfolios, writing assessments, and conducting parent/teacher conferences.

Benefits

• Leadership development opportunities and one-on-one mentorship through Emerging Leaders.
• Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

What This Job Offers

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