Classroom Support Aide

Under the supervision of the Director, the floater will perform duties assigned by the Lead Teacher. Employee may be asked to work in any of Ibero’s childcare programs.

Responsibilities

• Assists Primary Caregivers and/or Lead Teachers in implementing a developmentally appropriate program
• Follows Ibero’s policies and procedures, NYS regulations, and UPK standards
• Speaks positively and respectfully to children
• Supervises and ensures children’s safety during all activities
• Socializes with children during activities and at meal time using family style dining
• Quietly speaks and guides children for calm transitions
• Maintains the classroom to ensure a pleasant and safe environment
• Assists with minor cleaning duties as assigned
• Completes all work in a timely manner
• Attends scheduled staff meetings, parent meetings, trainings, and daycare center events as assigned
• Keeps knowledge of children and families confidential
• Continues to develop professionally
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or delegates

Requirements

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development, early childhood education, and appropriate discipline methods
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Must pass clearance through the NYS Central Registry, have a good police record, and good health
• Ability to work alternative work schedules to support program/parent evening and weekend activities, when needed
• Must show creativity and flexibility

Skills

• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of customers’ needs while following company procedures
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to minute details of a project or task
• Diversity Oriented – Ability to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type
• Ethical – Ability to demonstrate professionalism conforming to a set of values and accepted standards
• Leadership – Ability to motivate, influence, and support others to accomplish team and organizational goals
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
• Oral Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word
• Written Communication – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely

Physical Demands

• Occasional standing, squatting, and lifting of up to approximately 40 lbs
• Frequent sitting