Classroom Assistant

Work Site Location: Coeur d' Alene Campus
Work Schedule: Flexible hours, Mon - Fri, between 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Starting pay: $13.53

Job Summary:
The purpose of this position is to maintain and operate a developmentally appropriate classroom in accordance with the policies and philosophies of the NIC Children's Center. Classroom assignments vary by age group and may include infant, toddler or preschool ages.

SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to maintain and operate a developmentally appropriate classroom in accordance with the policies and philosophies of the NIC Children's Center. Classroom assignments vary by age group and may include infant, toddler or preschool ages.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Provides classroom teachers with breaks and planning time.
• Engages children in appropriate play, both inside and outside.
• Facilitates positive meal times by participating in family style dining.
• Contributes to daily classroom clean-up.
• Attends all required staff meetings and trainings.
• Promotes awareness and acceptance of individual differences among children, families, and staff members in the program.
• Maintains a positive, helpful, constructive attitude and work relationship with supervisor, college staff, students, and the community.

M arginal Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience : A high school diploma or GED, and a minimum of six months relevant experience.

Required License and/or Certifications (upon hire) :
Must have or obtain an Individual Child Care License from the City of Coeur d’Alene prior to beginning work. A temporary permit can be accepted to begin work while licensing is in progress.

To obtain the license, the license applicant must:
• Submit evidence of current infant/child CPR training, and infant/child first aid training valid through current licensing period.
• Complete the criminal history background check within three (3) days of hire, and complete training within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Submit evidence of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test.
• Must complete the Idaho Child Care Program training requirements within sixty (60) days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Proficient use of personal computers and peripheral devices includes printers and scanners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create solutions for problems/situations dealing with children.
• Ability to prioritize, sequence and research work assignments.
• Ability to effectively present to small groups.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check

Application materials include; resume, cover letter is optional

Advertised: June 23, 2023 Pacific Daylight Time
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