Child Care Infant Assistant

Qualifications A Classroom Assistant candidate must:

 Be at least 18 years of age

 Possess a high school diploma or equivalent education

 Have at least 1 year of experience working with infants/toddlers and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one

 Be willing to submit to various background checks including those completed by the Department of Human Services and the Michigan State Police Department.

 Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or willing to obtain certification upon hire

 Complete a Tuberculosis test and physical and provide a physician’s documentation of both

Expectations:

A Classroom Assistant candidate is expected to:

 Be available to work daily and able to work as late as 6:00 pm

 Have dependable transportation

 Be customer service orientated and professional

 Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences

 Be a positive role model for all caregiving staff and children

 Be warm and nurturing with children

 Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift and carry children of various weights when necessary

 Be aware of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities

 Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all times

Responsibilities & Duties:

A Classroom Assistant’s responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

 Care for and supervise children of various ages in different classrooms

 Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs

 Utilize developmentally appropriate, best practice methods at all times

 Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development

 Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children

 Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times

 Assist children with the activities of daily life (e.g., diapering, feeding, dressing)

 Help maintain an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children

 Complete many tasks assigned by lead teachers, director and other support staff

 Interact with parents daily and speak with them about their child(ren), establishing a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service

 Assist Lead Teachers in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children

 Be responsible for daily sheets and the daily activities pertaining to eating, sleeping, and diaper changing

 Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management

All interested candidates must complete an Online Application, including a resume, and provide a copy of unofficial college transcripts.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person