Center Aide Substitute

About the role

Explore a Multifaceted Role: Center Aide Substitute

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the classroom, ensuring a safe playground environment.
• Foster the health, safety, and school readiness of our young learners.
• Contribute to transportation, kitchen operations, family services, and developmental specialties.
• Adhere to all supervision, safety, and health policies and procedures.
• Actively supervise and engage with children, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Foster a supportive environment where children can develop and practice appropriate behaviors.
• Promote children's physical, social/emotional, cognitive, and language development.
• Create a classroom environment defined by positive, warm, caring, and respectful interactions.
• Demonstrate awareness of and responsiveness to children's emotional, physical, and educational needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to engage children in activities and maintain a classroom that offers ongoing learning opportunities.
• Recognize bilingualism and biliteracy as strengths and encourage practices that support dual-language learners.
• Encourage learning through interaction with nature and the natural environment.
• Aid in implementing suitable learning activities for children with IFSPs and IEPs.
• Set an example by using proper grammar, maintaining an appropriate voice level, and speaking clearly.
• Support classroom sanitation and cleaning schedules.
• Strictly adhere to CACFP rules, ensuring sanitation during mealtimes and following guidelines for family-style meal service.
• Be open to feedback and act based on recommendations from supervisors and advisors.
• Comfortably and safely assist with physical caregiving tasks, including lifting children, changing diapers, feeding infants with bottles, and sitting on the floor during activities or circle time.
• Embrace additional responsibilities that contribute to the center's objectives.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Open to candidates with or without prior education or experience.
• Vital enthusiasm to work with children, including those with special needs and limited English proficiency.
• Physical demands include extended periods of walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, and the ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting on the floor, crawling, running, and performing tasks associated with caring for children aged 0-5.
• Proficiency in both Spanish and English is a plus.
• A high school diploma or GED is highly preferred.
• A CDA (Childhood Development Associate) within the first six months or an AA in Early Childhood Education or a related field is even more advantageous.
• Prepare to present current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler's permits or acquire them within 30 days of hire.

Benefits

Great Pay & Benefits – We offer strong compensation and comprehensive benefits to support your health and financial well-being.

Professional Growth – Access to continuous training, certifications, and clear career development opportunities.

Supportive Mentorship – Work alongside experienced mentors and coaches who are invested in your success.

Work-Life Harmony – A positive, respectful workplace that values balance and healthy boundaries.

Wellness & Inclusion – Thrive in a culture that prioritizes wellness, connection, and a strong sense of belonging.

Recognition & Appreciation – Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed — we celebrate your contributions regularly.

Pay

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Schedule

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