Childcare Classroom Assistant - Brookside

Tierra Encantada • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Tierra Encantada is the leader in Spanish immersion early education and provides high quality language immersion education to children ages 6 weeks through 6 years of age. Classroom Assistants assist Teacher(s) in the classroom. Tierra Encantada - Brookside is hiring for a Classroom Assistant for an Infant Classroom

Requirements

• Must be fluent in Spanish.
• Strong communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with families and co-workers.
• Provide a certificate of completion of an approved pediatric first aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire. Employees are responsible for renewing and maintaining a valid, current CPR and pediatric first aid certification at all times
• Must have a respect for diversity and recognize that diversity makes our program better
• Must have the ability to complete annual required trainings to ensure providing high-quality early education
• Familiarity with childcare licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating an engaging and welcoming environment for children and families.
• Support the implementation of Tierra Encantada's curriculum and lesson plans through participation in planned activities and lessons.
• Support the Lead Teacher in daily classroom routines and scheduling including transitions, snack times, and activity preparation.
• Help maintain classroom organization by ensuring supplies are stocked and equipment is cleaned and stored properly.
• Observe and interact with children to support their individual developmental needs.
• Provide feedback to the Lead Teacher regarding children's progress and areas needing support.
• Assist in preparing materials and documentation for parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain open and positive communication with parents to support their child's growth and development.
• Share daily updates with families as directed by the Lead Teacher.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with co-workers and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Must fulfill required training requirements, and support Center objectives in achieving accreditation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous PTO package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance bonus
• Discounted childcare and waitlist priority for enrollment
• Company paid professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed