Center Aide

Qualifications/Requirements

• Assist the Teacher with children in individual and small group activities and with children with special needs; completing developmental assessments and setting up appropriate goals for each child enrolled in class
• Substitute for TA as needed, in escorting children to and from their homes and assure the safety of the children being transported
• Attend and participate in weekly center team meetings and assist in planning / preparing activities and setting goals; assist the Teacher in organizing, maintaining, and cleaning classroom equipment
• Obtain meals from food service, transport and prepare for serving in compliance with state and federal regulations; prepare additional items for meals that are not available through the food service
• Order staple foods from the designated agency list in a timely manner
• Sit with the children at mealtime; model good eating habits; and encourages language development
• Complete a non-credit Intro to Childcare course
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years of age

Skills

Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods is desirable

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer