Early Learning Classroom Support

About the role

This job ensures high quality learning and maintains student/teacher ratios when regular support staff are absent. It involves working as a team to implement dynamic educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Aid or directly carry out educational activities designed by educators.
• Prepare and supervise meals and rest time.
• Engage with students during indoor/outdoor play, ensuring safety measures are taken.
• Guide classroom behavior in an age-appropriate manner.
• Support students during small groups or individual instruction.
• Respond to the cultural, economic, and linguistic differences among students.
• Respect the confidentiality and privacy of all students, parents, and staff members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by educators.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should be able to work in a team environment, engage with students, and manage classroom behavior. Previous experience in early learning settings is preferred but not required. A flexible schedule is necessary due to varying workdays and years.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of child development and educational strategies.
• Experience with meal preparation and supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to different teaching methods.
• Basic first aid and emergency response knowledge.
• Patience and understanding towards diverse student populations.

Benefits

• Vision and dental insurance for employees working 17.5 hours/week.
• Health insurance for employees working at least 30+ hours/week with district contributions of \$7,788 per year.
• Retirement plan options for employees working at least 17.5 hours/week.
• Short-term disability coverage for employees working at least 17.5 hours/week.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Group life insurance, flexible spending account, individual accident insurance, individual cancer and specified disease insurance, heart attack, heart disease, and stroke insurance.
• Paid sick and personal leave.

Schedule

Average workday is 7.5 hours, with days per year positions available during the regular school year. Summer employment options are also available.

Pay

The pay rate is non-exempt, meaning it varies based on the number of hours worked per week.

Reports To

Reports to a teacher or principal.