Brightpoint · 2 months ago
Classroom Support Aide - Part Time
Brightpoint is a leader in the human services sector dedicated to advancing the well-being of children and families. As a Classroom Support Aide, you will assist the Teacher in implementing classroom activities and ensuring the safety and care of children.
Individual & Family Services
Responsibilities
Familiarizes self with Center philosophy and classroom operations
Assists in implementing the guidelines and goals for the classroom by contributing ideas for lesson plans
Responsible for conducting small group activities
Supervises children engaged in play activities
Observes and reports children’s behavior to the teacher
Familiarizes self with educational approaches in early childhood education
Actively supervises and ensures the safety and wellbeing of all children in the indoor and outdoor environments
Ensures that safety rules are observed and guards against harmful situations on field trips, walking trips, and on the playground
Assists in serving meals and snacks
Implements acceptable child management techniques
Recognizes the stages of development of young children and maintains knowledge of basic child development of the age group assigned
Sets up and monitors equipment and materials in classroom and playground area
Attends to physical care and health needs of the children and keeps records as required
Reports any concerns or issues to the designated supervising Teacher
Assists in collecting child’s information for portfolio, writing child’s assessment, and conducting parent/teacher conferences
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Demonstrates ability to effectively interact with children and communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff
Preferred
Some college coursework in early childhood education preferred
Experience working with children and families strongly preferred
Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness: Brightpoint is an approved agency for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).