Educator's Aide
About The Position
The Educator’s Aide supports other educators in providing a nurturing, positive, and engaging learning environment where students can thrive and develop foundational skills. Working collaboratively and flexibly, Aides foster social-emotional growth, encourage curiosity, support daily routines, and help create a safe, stimulating space where every student is respected and supported. The role assists the Lead Educator with play-based, age-appropriate learning activities and curriculum implementation. It also includes supervising children, supporting positive behavior, helping observe and record developmental milestones, maintaining a clean and sanitary classroom, and assisting with positive daily communication with families.
Requirements
- Meet the Department of Human Services (DHS) Educator’s Aide qualification requirements.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing or sitting for extended periods, lifting and carrying children and classroom materials up to 40 pounds, bending, stooping, and kneeling, and responding quickly to emergencies or situations requiring physical intervention.
- Willingness to undergo background checks and meet state licensing requirements for working in a childcare setting.
- Possess a valid CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with young children in a childcare setting is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Educator in implementing play-based, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities aligned with early learning standards and supporting students’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Help maintain a positive classroom culture that fosters belonging, safety, and curiosity.
- Actively supervise students to ensure their safety and engagement in classroom and outdoor activities.
- Assist in observing and recording developmental milestones under the guidance of the Lead Educator.
- Clean and sanitize the classroom, including toys, surfaces, and equipment, to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Support positive behavior guidance strategies.
- Greet families and support positive daily interactions during drop-off and pick-up under the direction of the Lead Educator and Director.
- Help provide updates through the center’s communication platform about students’ daily activities, meals, rest, and learning experiences.
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
- 401(k) plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee childcare discount
- Employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
