Classroom Aide Carroll County Head Start PRN

Pay rate: $16.50 hourly

Catholic Charities of Baltimore Carroll County HeadStart Program is currently seeking a Classroom Aide who will be responsible for support and assistance in providing a safe stimulating and nurturing environment for the growth well-being and development of the child. Responsible for incorporating Catholic Charities mission vision values and philosophies into daily work and demonstrating a positive attitude and commitment to excellence.

The work schedule is PRN/On call.

Catholic Charities Head Start of Baltimore City is a child and family development program targeted to low-income families in southwest Baltimore City for their children to be well prepared when entering kindergarten and thus more successful in school and in life.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conveys messages that are respectful patient relaxed and demonstrate an interest in the child resulting in children feeling valued and fostering positive self-esteem.
• Assists the teaching team in selecting materials and equipment and arranging the classroom to provide a well-managed welcoming environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level of the children which supports optimal engagement and respects each childs culture and home environment.
• Supports the teaching team in addressing the physical cognitive social and emotional needs of children in a manner consistent with Head Start Performance Standards and Catholic Charities mission vision and values thereby promoting holistic child development and school readiness.

• Assists in maintaining a classroom environment that incorporates the principles of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) resulting in enhanced emotional support classroom organization and instructional quality for improved learning outcomes.

• Emotional Support: foster a classroom where children are motivated nurtured and connected leading to increased emotional security and willingness to engage in learning.
• Classroom Organization: ensure children consistently have meaningful activities and are interested and engaged in learning tasks promoting better focus and academic achievement.
• Instructional Support: implement a curriculum that effectively supports cognitive and language development resulting in measurable gains in childrens academic skills.

• Assists in providing appropriate classroom support for children with additional support needs enabling their successful inclusion and participation in classroom activities.
• Models and demonstrates positive guidance and collaboration in interactions with children co-workers and caregivers which fosters a respectful and cooperative classroom environment.
• Participates in team planning sessions with the teaching team to ensure coordinated instruction and consistency in meeting childrens developmental goals.
• Assists teaching staff to ensure that guidelines for appropriate behaviors are followed supporting a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Complies with federal state and local guidelines and with the policies and procedures of the Maryland State Office of Child Care Head Start and Catholic Charities to ensure legal and programmatic compliance and high-quality service delivery.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and staff development activities to enhance professional skills and contribute to continuous program improvement.
• Successfully completes required training within established guidelines resulting in up-to-date knowledge and skills for effective classroom support.

• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness and flexibility of classroom operations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates accountability by consistently being punctual and maintaining reliable attendance.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional demeanor towards staff clients and visitors.
• Demonstrates patience and composure when working with children and interacting with parents fostering positive relationships.
• Effectively connects with children creating an engaging and enjoyable environment.
• Ability to use or willingness to learn computer systems and software necessary to perform the duties of the position. This includes but is not limited to basic computer skills web browsing online training and email usage.
• Ability to use or willingness to learn computer systems and software necessary to perform the duties of the position. This includes but is not limited to basic computer skills web browsing online training and email usage.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• No remote or hybrid work availability based on core and essential functions of the position.
• Ascending or descending stairs as required to perform job tasks.
• Positioning oneself in ways to accomplish tasks in various environments including navigating tight or confined spaces as needed to complete job responsibilities.
• Remaining in a stationary position which may involve standing or sitting for extended periods as required to complete tasks or duties associated with the role.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or transitioning between different work sites which may involve walking standing or traveling to various locations as required by the role.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 40 all directions which may include lifting carrying pushing pulling or repositioning items as necessary to perform job duties.
• Engaging in communication with others to exchange information which may involve speaking listening writing or using electronic communication methods to ensure clear and effective understanding. This includes both verbal and non-verbal interactions with colleagues clients or external parties.
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists hands and/or fingers including tasks such as typing data entry or handling small objects. These repetitive activities may occur throughout the workday and require attention to ergonomics to ensure comfort and minimize strain.
• Assessing the accuracy neatness and completeness of assigned work to ensure it meets quality standards and adheres to established guidelines.
• Hearing and vision abilities with or without correction sufficient to drive safely and effectively observe and communicate with others.
• May involve working in various outdoor weather conditions with children.

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety empowerment healing and self-care and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer