Center Aide

Community Action Wayne/Medina (CAW/M)
Lodi Head Start
Lodi Ohio
Part-Year Full-Time Non-Exempt
MondayThursday Approximately 43 Weeks Per Year
$15.03 - $15.94 per hour

Every child deserves a strong start and every family deserves a partner in their childs early learning journey. At Community Action Wayne/Medina our Head Start program is built on that belief. We are seeking caring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team as Center Aides at Lodi Head Start.

As a Center Aide youll work alongside Teachers and a collaborative team of educators and support professionals to create a safe nurturing and engaging classroom where children can learn grow and thrive. Your support helps create meaningful learning experiences while building strong relationships with children families and coworkers.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• Four-day work week
• Health insurance options with employer contributions
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid leave programs (vacation sick personal parental and holidays)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mission-driven work that creates meaningful impact

• Assist the Teacher in creating a safe welcoming and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Support childrens learning through classroom activities play routines and individualized interactions.
• Encourage childrens social-emotional development by modeling positive relationships and appropriate behaviors.
• Assist with classroom setup learning materials and daily routines that support school readiness.

• Assist children with meals toileting handwashing rest time and other daily care routines while promoting independence.
• Help maintain a clean safe and organized classroom environment.
• Monitor childrens safety during classroom outdoor and transition activities.
• Follow established health sanitation and safety procedures in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and agency policies.

• Work collaboratively with Teachers families and other program staff to support childrens success.
• Participate in required trainings staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with classroom documentation activities field trips and special events as assigned.
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts and perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent. A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or willingness to obtain one is preferred in accordance with program requirements.
• Valid Ohio drivers license and ability to meet agency insurability requirements.
• Ability to actively engage with young children throughout the day including standing bending kneeling lifting up to 50 pounds and participating in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children families and coworkers while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Commitment to supporting high-quality early childhood education and the mission of Community Action Wayne/Medina.

• Experience working with preschool-aged children in a childcare preschool or Head Start setting.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.

Community Action Wayne/Medina is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

If youre passionate about supporting young children enjoy working as part of a collaborative team and want to make a meaningful difference every day wed love to hear from you.

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