Classroom Assistant

Job Details

Job Location:

Hamilton County HS-EHS - Noblesville, IN 46062

Salary Range: $18.42 - $20.47

The Classroom Assistant serves as an aid to the Preschool Teacher in the classroom with a direct focus on children 3 to 4 years of age. The Program Aide will work collaboratively as a Preschool Teacher to ensure the successful operation of the classroom.

• Ensure the safety of all children by implementing the Family Development Services Head Start Active Supervision Policy.
• Foster a supportive and engaging classroom atmosphere in line with State of Indiana Child Care Licensing Rules, Head Start Performance Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Collaborate with the Preschool Teacher to prepare and implement lesson plans using the Creative Curriculum and TS GOLD® child assessment.
• Use TS GOLD® data to tailor the learning environment to meet each child’s individual needs.

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Trustworthiness
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Compassion
• Creativity and Innovation
• Dependability
• Judgment
• Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

• Impactful Work:
  
  Make a difference in the lives of children and families.
• Collaborative Environment:
  
  Work with a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education.
• Professional Growth:
  Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

• Full-Time
• School year schedule (mid-August to first week of June).
• Summers off

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Per OHS requirement, must hold a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) or be enrolled in a program leading to a CDA or AA within 2 years of employment start date.
• Previous experience working with children in a classroom setting required.
• Head Start classroom experience preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.