ECE Teachers Aide III

ECE Teachers Aide III – Salvation Army ARC

Base pay range: $15.00/hr – $15.25/hr

The Kroc Keiki Learning Center Teacher's Aide works under a supervising teacher and collaborates with other staff to provide a well‑balanced, developmentally appropriate curriculum that enhances all aspects of a child's development, including health, safety, education, spiritual, and psychological wellness.

The aide demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army, represented in professional conduct and community interactions.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Four years of experience working with children ages 2‑5

Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be accepted.

• Coursework or training in Early Childhood Education or Child Development
• Prior experience supervising children in daycare or preschool environments

• Implement activities with supervising teachers to meet children’s physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs.
• Ensure equipment and the facility are clean, well‑maintained, and safe; assist in daily inspections.
• Prepare the classroom at the beginning of the day and help with cleanup/setting up for the next day.
• Assist in establishing routines and providing positive guidance.
• Support activities that introduce math, literacy, and other academic and culturally appropriate concepts.
• Help implement daily lesson/activity plans integrating Bible thematic units with various experiences.
• Supervise children at all times, adhering to Salvation Army procedures for Protecting the Mission.
• Create a welcoming climate for children and parents during drop‑off and pick‑up.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, implementing positive discipline when required.
• Observe children and record progress notes.
• Promote team spirit and cooperation among staff, volunteers, and parents.
• Assist with snack and meal preparation, distribution, and clean‑up.
• Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene, serving meals and snacks per nutritional guidelines.
• Know emergency procedures.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
• Attend staff and administrative meetings.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Managing multiple child‑related situations, handling accidents or emergencies, maintaining composure, and working with limited supervision in a team environment are required. The role demands self‑motivation, prioritization, and the ability to handle tasks without compromising quality.

The position may involve lifting and carrying children and equipment, spending time on the floor or child‑sized furniture, cleaning and maintaining facilities, and being in contact with children who may be ill. Typical duties include standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, crouching, crawling, and moving equipment up to 25+ pounds.

Requires speaking with co‑workers, clients, vendors, and the public, writing and responding to different forms of written communication, giving and receiving instructions, and utilizing current technologies.

Activity mats, tables, classroom chairs, blocks, carts, playground equipment, arts & crafts supplies, books, storage units, diaper changing tables, easels, plus general office equipment such as computers, printers, scanners, and telephones.

• Current First Aid and Child CPR cards (obtained within 6 months of hire date)
• Registry Card from Hawaii Careers with Young Children
• TB Test Clearance Card (current within 12 months before beginning child care)

Required criminal history check and Child Abuse Index; FBI and Department of Justice fingerprint clearance. Criminal convictions will be evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive inventory, and management may add, revise, or delete content. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Employees must follow any other job‑related instructions and perform requested duties.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.

Interested parties must apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html

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