SICDC Center AssistantAide

Shelton, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Center Assistant/Aide

Department: Squaxin Island Child Development Center

Reports to: Assistant Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

TS Range: 3/4 ($17.35)

Opening Date: January 23rd 2026

Closing Date: February 6th 2026

SUMMARY: The Squaxin Island Child Development Center Assistant/Aide is an entry level position. With guidance from the Lead Teacher the Center Assistant/Aide will provide support for a safe and nurturing environment. Under the guidance of the Lead Teacher the Center Assistant/Aide will engage children in developmentally appropriate activities that help build their social emotional and intellectual growth. The Center Assistant/Aide will complete other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PROGRAM STANDARDS:

Under the guidance of the Lead Teacher interact frequently affectionately and respectfully with children.

Under the guidance of the Lead Teacher communicate directly with children at their level.

Under the guidance of the Lead Teacher engage and communicate constructively with individual and groups of children during activities and routines.

Respect and observe children intervene when needed to maintain safety.

Encourage and model social behavior and expectations that are developmentally appropriate.

Acknowledge feelings with sensitivity and demonstrate appropriate expressions of emotions.

Acknowledge all parents and visitors. Demonstrate a friendly courteous and professional demeanor.

Refer parents and visitors to the Lead Teacher with any questions or concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH PROGRAM STANDARDS:

Must be 16 years of age.

Be able to pass an employee background check and be fingerprinted.

Be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Obtain a T.B test

Meet all other federal or state requirements.

Have a High School Diploma or GED if not completed must be enrolled in an educational program.

Complete all preservice requirements pursuant to WAC

Must be comfortable working with children aged to five

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Employee will regularly be exposed to chemicals that may appear in cleaning solutions and /or arts and crafts activities. The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level range in the work environment is quiet to noisy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS IN ACCOEDANCE WITH PROGRAM STANDARDS: The physical demands of a Center Assistant/Aide are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. This may include lifting carrying holding bending stooping stretching pushing pulling squatting kneeling reaching or moving children with a weight range of 10-50 pounds. A Center Assistant/Aide is also expected to immediately and appropriately respond to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

DRUG FREE WORK ENVIRONMENTIN ACCORDANCE WITH PROGRAM STANDARDS: The work environment respects the dignity worth and uniqueness of each member. The work environment is a drug free workplace candidates will be required to have a urinalysis for drug and alcohol screening.

INDIAN PREFERENCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH PROGRAM STANDARDS: Indian preference will be exercised in the hiring process of this position.

TO APPLY: Submit application packets including a resume and cover letter to contact Human Resources for more information at .

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job Title: Center Assistant/AideDepartment: Squaxin Island Child Development CenterReports to: Assistant DirectorFLSA Status: Non-ExemptTS Range: 3/4 ($17.35)Opening Date: January 23rd 2026Closing Date: February 6th 2026SUMMARY: The Squaxin Island Child Development Center Assistant/Aide is an entry ...