Position Summary:
The Childcare Classroom Aide supports the daily program designed to meet the physical and developmental needs of a group of children. This position will provide support to all classrooms.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
The successful candidate will:
Provide care and protection for assigned children.
Consider and provide for the needs of the individual in relationship to their cultural and socioeconomic background, emotional or physical handicaps and individual style and pace of learning.
Respect the dignity and basic rights of each child.
Help children learn to adapt to and cope with real-life situations; to develop appropriate habits in such activities as eating, dressing, napping and personal hygiene.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, workshops and other career development and professional activities.
Assure that equipment and materials are accessible, appropriate and in good condition.
Perform classroom related and other maintenance duties as requested.
Assist with public relations and events and other duties as assigned.
Maintain a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere for staff and children.
Maintain confidentiality.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
Child Development Associate (CDA) certification, preferred.
One (1) year experience working as a Childcare Teacher Assistant.
Food Worker Card, preferred.
Ability to lift and move up to sixty (60) pounds.
Must pass a state and federal background check.
CPR and First Aid Certification.
General Information:
Location: 4401 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy., Wasilla, AK 99654
Supervisor: Operations Manager
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Salary: $16.00 – $17.75 per hour DOE/E. Plus full benefits: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions.
Additional Information:
Hiring preferences shall be given to eligible and qualified Alaska Native/American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
To Apply: Submit Resume to:
Human Resources at [email protected]
For more information or to download the job description visit www.kniktribe.org/careers