Classroom Aide

Job Description
Join Our Team as a Classroom Aide! Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency – Head Start - Salem, OR Why would you choose us?

• Our vision is a community where all people are respected for their infinite worth and supported to envision and reach a positive future.
• If you are passionate about working with young children, creating positive learning environments, and making a meaningful impact in your community — we’d love to meet you! Help Children Learn, Grow, and Thrive Every Day
  
  What you will do:
  
  As a Classroom Aide, you’ll work alongside Teachers and Teacher Assistants to support preschool children in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. You’ll play an important role in helping children develop socially, emotionally, physically, and academically while supporting families and classroom teams.
• Support teachers with classroom activities, projects, and learning experiences
• Help create a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for children
• Engage with children through play, conversation, singing, reading, and hands-on activities
• Use positive guidance and redirection strategies
• Assist with classroom setup, organization, and rotating learning materials
• Supervise children indoors and outdoors to ensure safety at all times
• Participate in family-style meals and encourage social interaction
• Help children build confidence, independence, and emotional skills
• Assist with classroom cleaning and maintaining a sanitary environment
• Support classroom coverage during breaks, lunches, and absences
• Participate in emergency drills and safety procedures
• Collaborate with staff and families to support children’s success
  
  What We’re Looking For:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience with young children preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  (Or ability to obtain after hire)
• CPR/First Aid Certification within 60 days
• Food Handler’s Card within 30 days
• Central Background Registry enrollment
• Grow Your Career
• Gain valuable experience in early childhood education and community services.
• We offer a fantastic benefit package