Classroom Aide at YWCA of Lubbock

YWCA of Lubbock Job Description Classroom AideJob SummaryTo provide a successful safe and supervised educational setting for children while in the Preschool environment (classroom outdoor play area and field trips). A Classroom Aide will promote the social emotional physical and cognitive development of the children while moving between different classrooms. This is a part-time position that works afternoons/early evenings. Applicants need to be able to work until 6:00pm.Essential Job ResponsibilitiesAssist in implementing developmentally appropriate practices and activities in all classroom functions to meet the YWCA of Lubbocks and State of Texas Licensing Standards. Assist in ensuring all program areas are integrated in curriculum (education nutrition mental health health disabilities and transportation).Assist in maintaining a SAFE and healthy learning environment both indoors and outdoors.Assist in maintaining classroom environment conducive to learning.Assist in maintaining required records on children and families.Assure child-staff ratios are maintained at all times.Establish strong and caring relationships with children.Encourage parent involvement in classroom and center activities.Assist in conducting required assessments for children.Assist in conducting home visits and parent conferences.Assist in conducting daily health checks.Treat children and families of all races religions family backgrounds and cultures with respect and consideration.Follow YWCA child guidance methods. Follow TDFPS regulations.Be aware of legal and professional responsibilities with regard to reporting suspected child abuse or neglect and following all YWCA child abuse prevention policies.Assist with cleaning and maintaining the classroom. Coordinate and communicate effectively with other staff and management.Attend training and workshops for professional development; maintain required hours and certificates.Represent the organization at events as requested.Fill in for Preschool Teacher in their absence. Perform related job duties as required. Job QualificationsEarly childhood education certifications such as Child Development Associate (CDA) is preferred.Learn and support the YWCA mission vision and policies to meet the goals of the organization without compromise serving as a role model for the Lubbock community both in demeanor and in life-style habits.Be at least 18 years old.High School diploma or GED required.Meet all other YWCA personnel requirements.Present self professionally in appearance and mannerism at all times.Flexibility to work irregular hours from time to time including evenings or weekends.Infrequent travel: 0-10 days/year.Pass a criminal history background check and FBI fingerprint check.Ability to relate well with a variety of populations.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative though not comprehensive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Regularly sit stand bend crouch stoop walk climb stairs use hands and fingers reach with hands and arms feel talk hear see and be outside.Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Ability to work in a stressful environment and deal effectively with stress.Ability to interact with children at childs eye level which includes floor activities.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative though not comprehensive of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Noise level varies between quiet and loud.Pace varies between deliberate and fast. Required Experience:Junior IC Key Skills Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Food Service,Kitchen Experience,Dietary Aide Experience,Serving Experience,Cooking,Dietary Department Experience,Sanitation,Food Production Experience,Meal Preparation Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1