Support Staff for Early Learning Center

Summary

Work with lead teachers to support students in the classroom as they grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. Support Staff will play an active role in the academic success of students as they learn, make friends, and experience the world around them. Support Staff are expected to participate in the classroom, in accordance with all Gingerbread House and Missouri State Licensing Rules and Regulations. Should also be willing to document milestones, manage the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom, and communicate with parents.

Duties

• Support a pleasant, inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure.
• Work as a member of a team to ensure a high standard of quality in all classrooms
• Ensure that childcare routines are carried out in a manner that is prompt, hygienic, and consistent with Missouri State Licensing Rules and Regulations. This includes diapering, hand washing, sanitation, eating, napping and transitioning between activities.
• Proactively ensure the safety of children through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment, and regular practice of monthly fire drills and other emergency procedures.
• Maintain a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Prepare meals for children and maintain a clean work enviroment

Requirements

1. Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma
2. Must have a warm supportive attitude towards children
3. Willing to complete infant/child CPR and First Aid training
4. Complete a full background check and pass a health screening
5. Able to use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat, crawl and take frequent walks
6. The ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at a licensed center
• Experience in food handling

Benefits

• Flexible Hours
• Paid Trainings
• Health Insurance