Classroom Aide; PRN - Carroll County Headstart

Classroom Aide (PRN) – Carroll County Headstart

Job Category: Education/Teacher

Requisition Number: CLASS
009061

• Part‑Time
• On‑site

255 Clifton Blvd, Suite 101
Westminster, MD 21157, USA

Salary: $17.00 to $17.50 per hour (Depending on experience)

We are seeking a Classroom Aide who will support and assist in providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for the growth, well‑being, and development of children. The aide will incorporate Catholic Charities mission, vision, values, and philosophies into daily work and demonstrate a positive attitude and commitment to excellence.

Catholic Charities’ Head Start & Early Head Start programs promote school readiness and family self‑sufficiency through holistic services.

• Convey messages that are respectful, patient, relaxed, and demonstrate interest in the child, fostering positive self‑esteem.
• Assist the teaching team in selecting materials and equipment and arranging the classroom to create a welcoming environment appropriate to the developmental level of the children, supporting optimal engagement and respecting each child’s culture and home environment.
• Support the teaching team in addressing children’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs in a manner consistent with Head Start Performance Standards and Catholic Charities’ mission, fostering holistic child development and school readiness.
• Assist in maintaining a classroom environment that incorporates the principles of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), improving emotional support, classroom organization, and instructional quality for better learning outcomes.
• Provide emotional support by fostering a classroom where children feel motivated, nurtured, and connected, resulting in increased emotional security.
• Ensure classroom organization so children have meaningful activities and remain engaged, promoting better focus and academic achievement.
• Assist with instructional support by implementing a curriculum that effectively supports cognitive and language development, leading to measurable gains in children’s academic skills.
• Support children with additional needs to enable successful inclusion and participation in classroom activities.
• Model positive guidance and collaboration with children, co‑workers, and caregivers to maintain a respectful and cooperative environment.
• Participate in team planning sessions with the teaching team to ensure coordinated instruction and consistency in meeting children’s developmental goals.
• Assist teaching staff in ensuring appropriate behavior guidelines are followed, supporting a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Comply with federal, state, and local guidelines and with policies of the Maryland State Office of Child Care, Head Start, and Catholic Charities to ensure legal and programmatic compliance.
• Attend staff meetings and development activities to enhance professional skills and contribute to continuous program improvement.
• Successfully complete required training within established guidelines, keeping knowledge and skills up to date.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness and flexibility of classroom operations.

Classroom Aide – $17.00 per hour:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Classroom Aide II – $17.50 per hour:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 90‑hour Child Care Certification.

• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional demeanor toward staff, clients, and visitors.
• Patience and composure when working with children and interacting with parents.
• Ability to connect with children and create an engaging environment.
• Basic computer skills, including web browsing, online training, and email usage, or willingness to learn.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems and software necessary for the duties of the position.

• No remote or hybrid work availability.
• Must ascend/descend stairs as required.
• Must perform tasks in various environments, including confined spaces.
• May need standing or sitting for extended periods.
• May walk, stand, or travel to…