Center Aide

Hours:

up to 19 hours/week

Status:
School Year Position

Location:

Stoughton- 315 Mandt Parkway, Stoughton, WI

Pay: $16.31/hr

The Center Aide is responsible for providing general support to classroom staff in providing a quality preschool experience for children including facilitating classroom routines and activities, care of equipment and materials, keeping center clean and sanitary per Day Care Licensing Standards. Obtain food, food service equipment from school sponsor and assist in the preparation, service and cleanup of meals. Substitute for TA as needed.

• Assist the Teacher with children in individual and small group activities and with children with special needs; completing developmental assessments and setting up appropriate goals for each child enrolled in class
• Assist with the organization, supervision and evaluation of field trips, special events and Family Fun Nights
• Substitute for TA, as needed, in escorting children to and from their homes and assure the safety of the children being transported
• Attend and participate in weekly center team meetings and assist in planning / preparing activities and setting goals; assist the Teacher in organizing, maintaining, and cleaning classroom equipment
• Obtain meals from food service, transport and prepare for serving in compliance with state and federal regulations; prepare additional items for meals that are not available through the food service
• Order staple foods from the designated agency list in a timely manner
• Sit with the children at mealtime; model good eating habits; and encourages language development

1 non-credit Intro to Childcare course completed

High school diploma or GED;
Must be at least 18 years of age

Knowledge of quantity food preparation, equipment, and sanitation methods is desirable

Experience working with young children and low-income families

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.