SEAS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AIDE

City of Grand Junction • Grand Junction, CO

9h • $17 - $19

About The Position

Join the growing population of the City of Grand Junction as an Early Childhood Education Aide at the City's Child Care Facility. We are looking for a dedicated, creative, hard-working person to join our team members who share the passion for educating our young children. Under the supervision of the Child Care Facility Director and guidance of the Early Childhood Education Teacher, supervise and provide oversight of the childcare facility classroom while adhering to childcare standards and regulations; assist with the planning and implementation of daily classroom lesson plans; ensure a clean, safe, and supportive environment for children; communicate with parents/guardians and facility staff to improve children’s experience and learning objectives. What We Offer: We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact. The City of Grand Junction is excited to have our Child Care Facility open and meeting the needs of our City's employees and families. Due to the variety of schedules our employees work, the operational hours will be Monday – Friday from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. Members of the Child Care Facility faculty and staff will be united by a passion to ensure a safe, happy, and stimulating environment. This innovative facility will focus on creating a world of learning, joy, and adventure for the children and employees of the City of Grand Junction. At the City of Grand Junction, we lead the way with continuous improvement, collaborative partnerships, and exemplary service. Our core values are demonstrated by our willingness to challenge the status quo, ability to work together using all areas of expertise to achieve a common goal, and commitment to fulfilling the needs of our community through thoughtful interactions. We welcome new employees who share and embody our Core Values.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must be able to successfully pass a drug screen, background check, and, if required for the specific position, a physical examination.
• Be willing to attend all required trainings and certifications to obtain the ability to work in a childcare setting as required by the State of Colorado.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR/First Aid certificate.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of age-appropriate curricula and services for children six (6) weeks to six (6) years of age to provide a safe and effective learning environment; define and communicate appropriate limits and boundaries for students; conduct ongoing developmental evaluations of children; ensure smooth transitions between activities.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of classroom and facility equipment; Organize classroom materials, clean and sanitize all surfaces and floors, launder bedding and linens, ensure the classroom is safe and in a good standing condition.
• Enforce and monitor childcare compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and safety regulations related to the Office of Early Childhood; communicate and enforce all City, department, and facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing, open communication with Early Childhood Education Teachers, parents, guardians, and caregivers; collaborate with children’s families to facilitate participation and address behavioral or learning concerns.
• Serve as a liaison to Early Childhood Education Teachers, supervisory staff, employees, the general public, childcare families, advisory groups, and other groups; attend all assigned trainings, meetings, and special committees; represent the childcare facility and provide professional guidance related to childcare programming as needed.
• Maintain records and develop reports concerning the childcare facility and program effectiveness; manage records for registrations and fees collected; maintain and file accident reports; prepare usage reports, as required.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees