Early Childhood Education Support Professional - 0.75 FTE at Laura B. Anderson Elementary

Sioux Falls School District•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We want YOU here! At Laura B. Anderson, our learning community is an environment of shared responsibilities, mutual respect, and kindness; as well as loyalty and commitment to having a positive impact on those around us. By building relationships we fuel the fire within all of our students and meet the needs of the whole child: Socially Emotionally Academically. Our committed staff values best practices when planning, delivering and assessing instruction that meets the diverse needs of our students. To meet this vision, all elements of our LBA system must work collaboratively toward our school mission: Interdependently, we will nurture the hearts of children within a learning community driven by high expectations and academic success for all students. Join our hive of Laura B. Anderson Bees by applying today! "Buzz" on over to learn more about us : https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/laes

Requirements

Two or more years post high school education, with preference given to early child-centered studies and/or early childhood development expertise.
Child Development Associates (CDA) preferred credentials.
Previous work in an educational setting, childcare, daycare, CPR certification, First Aid training, familiarity with various child development techniques
Ability to actively engage with children on their level, including bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform duties both indoors and outdoors and participate in all classroom and playground activities.
Patience, flexibility, caring personality, punctuality, and dependability.
Experience with monitoring social and emotional development and behavior management.
Ability to follow classroom routines and respond calmly to challenging behaviors or situations.

Nice To Haves

preference given to early child-centered studies and/or early childhood development expertise.
Child Development Associates (CDA) preferred credentials.
Previous work in an educational setting, childcare, daycare, CPR certification, First Aid training, familiarity with various child development techniques

Responsibilities

Support the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom routines designed to meet the developmental needs of children ages 3 to 5, including those with diverse abilities and learning styles.
Support small group and individualized instruction across developmental domains, including early literacy, numeracy, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
Incorporate play-based, sensory-rich, and hands-on learning experiences aligned with early childhood best practices.
Use positive behavior support strategies to foster social-emotional development and address behavioral challenges.
Provide active supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of all children throughout the day, including during indoor and outdoor play, classroom transitions, meals, and rest times.
Model and support positive behavior and social interactions using developmentally appropriate guidance techniques.
Provide physical assistance to children as needed (e.g., toileting, dressing, feeding support).
Assist with preparation, serving, and cleanup of snacks and meals in accordance guidelines.
Promote hygiene routines such as handwashing, toileting, and clean-up.
Follow health and safety procedures, including emergency drills and incident reporting.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with families and caregivers.
Work collaboratively with teaching staff, specialists, and program coordinators to meet individual child goals, including IEP or intervention plans.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development opportunities as required.