Position Summary
The Program Aide is responsible for assisting in the delivery of education and nutrition services. This includes bathroom and diapering, tooth brushing, and kitchen duties as necessary. This position assists in maintaining clean and safe indoor and outdoor environments.
Essential Functions
The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.
Assist teachers in classroom routines
Assist teachers in maintaining clean and safe indoor and outdoor learning environments
Assist with implementation of lesson plans
Assist with administering snacks and meals to children
Ensure compliance with Bauer Policies, State Licensing, and Head Start Program Performance Standards
Attend twice-monthly staff meetings, monthly Professional Development Days, quarterly All-Agency meetings, and annual Pre-Service
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.
Education/Certification/Licensure
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
1-2 years child care experience preferred
Must have a valid Indiana driver's license and the ability to meet the minimum requirements of the insurance carrier requirements at all times.
Knowledge and Skills Required
Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Basic math skills
Ability to document worktime in web-based system
Problem solving skills
Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus
What We Offer: (Full-Time 30 hours or more per week)
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Matching 401K
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Employer Health Savings Contributions
Teladoc
Free Mental Health Coverage
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Paid Bereavement
Referral Bonus
Annual Wellness Programs
Reflective Supervision
Community Involvement
Other Benefits May Apply Based on Position
Paid Snow Days
Hiring & Retention Bonus
Early Childhood Education Scholarship
Paid Professional Development
Cell Phone Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Bauer Family Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer.
Bauer Family Resources is a Drug-Free Workplace
