Early Education Instructional Aide

Description

The Early Education Instructional Aide provides high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction and care for young children in a safe and nurturing environment. This role supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of students while collaborating with colleagues and communicating effectively with families. The Early Education Instructional Aide ensures the lesson plans and activities for the day are followed through with as the Lead Teacher intended.

Compensation and Benefits

• •Full-time or part-time, non-exempt
• •Salary based on experience and qualifications
• •Eligible for health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave benefits

Requirements

• •Knowledge of early childhood education curriculum and standards
• •Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with children, parents, and colleagues
• •Ability to maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment
• •Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with young children
• •Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting

Preferred:

• •Experience working with children in an early childhood or educational setting
• •Familiarity with classroom technology and Google Workspace

Duties and Responsibilities

• •Implement daily lessons and activities that support the developmental needs of young children.
• •Create and maintain a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment.
• •Observe, document, and assess children’s growth, behavior, and learning progress.
• •Support the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of students.
• •Communicate with parents regarding classroom activities and behaviors seen that day.
• •Collaborate with colleagues, administration, and support staff to ensure program consistency and quality.
• •Follow all safety, health, and licensing guidelines and report concerns promptly.
• •Prepare classroom materials and maintain organized learning spaces in the Lead’s absence.
• •Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and training as required.
• •Assist with school events, transitions, and special projects as directed by the Early Education Director.
• •Perform other duties as assigned to support the early education program.

Essential Job Functions

• •Instruction and classroom management
• •Child observation, assessment, and documentation
• •Communication and collaboration with families and staff
• •Maintenance of safe and organized learning environments

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Competencies

• •Child development and instructional techniques
• •Classroom management and safety practices
• •Professional preparation, growth, and development
• •Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• •Effective communication and collaboration
• •Organizational skills and attention to detail

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• •Work primarily performed in classrooms and playground environments with both quiet and noisy conditions
• •Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 30 pounds, and accessing play areas of varying terrain
• •Operation of classroom technology and equipment including computers, copy machines, laminators, and other instructional tools
• •Mental functions include observing, communicating, coordinating, and problem-solving

• Disclaimer
• This job description is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice.