Child Care Assistant (State Government Center)
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Positions are available at our State Government Center located at 100 N Senate 150, Indianapolis IN
GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US!
At Early Learning Indiana, we are on a mission to ensure that children are empowered with the essential skills to thrive in kindergarten and beyond
Our Assistant Teachers/Child Care Assistants (internally known as Classroom Support Professionals) support our mission by collaborating with teachers in implementing lessons designed to stimulate developmental growth and fostering a welcoming environment so children can thrive.
What will I do?
- Encourage children by preparing and managing an engaging environment that fosters their independence and self-selection of learning activities.
- Work cooperatively with the teachers to implement our play based curriculum.
- Establish warm and responsive relationships that allow each child to feel recognized, acknowledged and secure.
- Maintain a healthy, safe and clean environment for children and team members.
- Develop trusted relationships with families by communicating on a regular and ongoing basis to relay information about each child's day.
- Support the teacher in noticing and documenting child development observations.
- Ensure all state licensing rules and regulations are adhered to, including those for NAEYC accreditation, Paths to QUALITY™, CACFP and Indiana child care center licensing.
What do I need?
- A passion for early childhood education
- Be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the children and center
- Be able to build and nurture relationships with children and adults
- High School diploma (or equivalent) required
- Childcare experience working with young children preferred
We can teach you the rest!