Child Care Classroom Aide– Supports the daily program designed to meet the physical and developmental needs of a group of children. This position will provide morning support to all classrooms.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
· Maintain a physical environment conducive to children’s growth and development and promote optimal program functioning.
· Consider and provide for the individual needs of each child in relationship to their cultural and socioeconomic background, emotional or physical handicaps, and individual learning style.
· Respect the dignity and basic rights of each child.
· Help children learn to adapt to and cope with real-life situations; to develop appropriate habits in such activities as eating, dressing, napping, and personal hygiene.
· Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, workshops, and other career development professional activities.
· Assure that equipment and materials are accessible, appropriate, and in good condition.
· Perform classroom related and other maintenance duties as assigned.
· Assist with public relations and events.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
· High School Diploma or GED.
· Six (6) months’ experience working with children in a classroom setting.
· Solid understanding of childhood development, preferred.
· Food Worker Card, preferred.
· Ability to lift and move up to sixty (60) pounds.
· Must pass a state and federal background check.
· CPR and First Aid Certification.
General Information:
Location: 4401 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy., Wasilla, AK 99654
Supervisor: Operations Manager
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 6:00 am - 6:30 pm schedule is based on facility needs (8 hour shift).
Salary: $15.75 – $17.75 per hour DOE/E. Full time employees will receive full benefits to include: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions.
To Apply: Submit Resume to:
Human Resources at hr@kniktribe.org
For more information or to download the job description visit www.kniktribe.org/careers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.75 - $17.75 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person