Under the supervision of the Lead Infant Associate, this position performs a variety of instructional and routine clerical duties designed to free Lead Associates from routine work related to the program; supervises the activities of infants; and performs related duties as required. This position will assist in providing optimum growth and development for the children.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES
O Assist Lead Associate in directing classroom activities.
O Assist with maintaining control and order in the classroom
O Always exhibits the values that Excell promotes.
JOB DUTIES
Infant Associate performs the following tasks:
O Assist children with daily routines such as diapering, dressing, eating, and sleeping
O Assist in the observance of the physical well-being of the children.
O Assist the Lead Associate with children and housekeeping duties as directed by the Lead Associate.
O Work closely with the Lead Associate and be prepared to assume the leadership role in the classroom in the absence of the Lead Associate.
O Be creative in finding ways to teach and entertain the children.
O Remain active and alert at all times.
O Refer all inquiries about a child or family to the Lead Associate.
O Assist the Lead Associate in encouraging parent participation and support the parents in all of their activities.
O Hug and embrace the children often.
O Maintain control and observe the conduct of children at all times.
O Keep the room clean and orderly at all times
O Supervise the children at play, ensuring their safety at all times.
O Always check the playground for hazards, such as sticks, rocks, etc., every day.
O Attend to sick children and those in need of first aid.
O Comfort children who are hurt or distressed.
O Assist the Lead Associate in recording and keeping
O Be pleasant at all times, cooperating with other staff and directing children with positive directions.
O Make every effort to further knowledge and education in the field for the education of young children.
O Attend yearly Bright from The Start and Excell training as required.
O Other duties as assigned
The minimum qualifications are:
O High school education
O Two years experience in the childcare field or equivalent education (2 year certificate).
O Excellent verbal and written communication skills
O Knowledge of children's games and craft activities
O Knowledge of simple record keeping and office procedures
Knowledge of standard office equipment
These skills and talents are required to successfully accomplish the tasks above.
O Warm personality and an accepting attitude toward young children and parents.
O A keen desire to work with children.
O Sound literacy and numeracy skills.
O Be able to accept responsibility as well as direction from the Lead Associate
O Ability to communicate effectively with others, demonstrating tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity to their concerns
O Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with other Associates
O Ability to work with numerous interruptions and distractions
O Alert, observant, active, and able to use judgment and initiative.
O Patience
O Ability to lift children and equipment
Benefits
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We believe in aggressively preparing our children for each level of development. We use developmentally appropriate practices while building self-esteem, self-help skills, and confidence in a nurturing and loving environment.
We believe that the classroom is a mini-society and that teaching should help children establish the skills and talents necessary to reach his/her fullest potential; while feeling loved and secure. Excell Preparatory Center provides various avenues for each child's future success in the larger, high-tech, international society. Our teaching reflects a high regard for each child's uniqueness, with respect and understanding of societal and cultural diversity. We provide a sensitive, caring, professionally trained staff, dedicated to working in partnership with parents and families.
-Our Faculty & Staff
