Summary:
The Infant and Toddler (I/T) Aide is responsible for following the Lead Teacher’s directions to implement the educational program in accordance with MFSS Early Head Start educational goals, objectives, and beliefs. Report directly to the classroom Lead Teacher and, consequently, to the Director of Early Childhood Education. The I/T Aide may be assigned as the third person in Little Dreamer/Floater. Report to the Lead Teacher to assist with children, diapering, cleaning, and child supervision. If other classes need support, they will be asked to assist, such as helping during Teachers' midday and lunch breaks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The I/T Teacher Aide is responsible for:
1. Reporting to work on time, signing in and out, and informing the Director of Early Childhood Education of absences in advance.
2. Carrying out the directions of the Lead Teacher and/or Teachers.
3. Maintaining the classroom cleanliness, keeping the shelves, floors, and tables reasonably free of dust, dirt, paper, and food particles, under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
4. Helping the Lead Teacher to keep an orderly environment.
5. Informing the Lead Teacher of needed repairs to materials and equipment.
6. Washing all cots, tables, chairs, and toys as needed, at least once a month, using proper cleaning solutions and equipment.
7. Prepare materials as directed by the Lead Teacher.
8. Prepare and assist with engaging with all children and families enrolled in the classroom.
9. Prepare and assist with lesson planning and implementation with guidance from the Lead Teacher.
10. Prepare and assist with meal service for infants and toddlers.
11. Assist the Lead Teacher in maintaining the children’s health, welfare, and safety:
a. Inform the Lead Teacher of any injuries to children in writing, filling out an incident report, with a copy to the parent and a copy to the Director of Early Childhood Education.
b. Use only those child guidance techniques approved by the Director of Early Childhood Education.
c. NEVER leave the children alone and unsupervised.
12. Assist the Teacher in carrying out the daily schedule and maintaining the learning environment.
13. Refrain from discussing children’s progress and daily behavior or school policies with parents. Refer parent inquiries to Lead Teacher and/or Director of Early Childhood Education.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The qualifications listed below are required to fulfill essential job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Current TB clearance.
- Must be 18 years of age
- Be able to pass a fingerprinting background check with the Department of Human Services
- Certified note/letter from a physician stating the applicant is physically able to work with children.
- Have direct experience or training in the care of infants and/or very young children and their needs for consistency, warmth, alertness, and attentiveness that are required to nurture infants.
- Demonstrate that they enjoy caring for infants
- Vaccination for COVID-19 and/or an approved exemption
Education and/or Experience:
An I/T Teacher Aide (Caregiver Aide) shall have at least one of the following:
1. A High School Diploma/GED
2. A high school vocational child care training course; or
3. An orientation training in the center
4. Current or former parent of the program
Pay: $30,464.27 - $36,610.70 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
