Daycare Center Aides

Provide care for children at the Little Sprouts Early Learning Center, including grooming, feeding, changing diapers, and cleaning rooms and toys. Assist staff with creating lessons plans in accordance with curriculum objectives; develop and encourage age-appropriate learning and socialization to ensure children learn basic skills and concepts. Help maintain a safe and healthy workplace in keeping with program goals and philosophy.

Monitor children during outdoor and indoor activities for safety, health, behavioral and emotional issues. Work with teachers and parents to help children progress towards educational and behavioral goals. Keep all appropriate records such as attendance and time sheets. Coordinate art, music, games, and other activities. Promote positive behavior and provide guidance or approved discipline, as needed. Assist with agency events.

Must have patience and be able to lift and carry children, as well as exceptional communication, teaching and interpersonal skills. Understanding of childhood development, experience, and High School Diploma or equivalent required;
Child Development Associates Certificate preferred. Competitive salary, on-site childcare, generous vacation package, health benefits, and 401K plan available. Salary for this position is $16 - $18/hour, commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.

Project Self-Sufficiency is a non-profit organization located in semi-rural northwestern New Jersey which has assisted low-income families along the path to economic self-sufficiency for more than 35 years. The agency is dedicated to empowering individuals and families to achieve economic independence and self-reliance, providing a safe and inclusive environment that fosters growth, learning, and opportunity. Services include career guidance and assessment, computer classes, high school diploma instruction, parenting workshops, childcare, legal assistance and education, help with emergency basic needs such as clothing and food, health education, support groups, life skills classes, family activities, home visitation, and more.