Teacher\u2019s Aide<\/p>\n
Application Deadline: Until Filled<\/p>\n
Salary: \u00a0$17 – $19 per hour.<\/p>\n
This is a full time position.<\/p>\n
About the Role:<\/strong><\/p>\n Join a passionate early childhood education team at the Wilder Child Development Center in making a positive impact on families through a whole family focus. At Wilder we are proud to be a Head Start co-education site, NAEYC-accredited, and hold a 4-star Parent Aware rating, ensuring our commitment to excellence. As a valued team member, you will actively work and participate with our team of teachers and staff to provide support and services to children and their families as a role model for children; Guide diverse children using a strengths-based, culturally relevant approach that supports the whole family; Support the development and implementation of plans for activities, events and projects that align with Wilder\u2019s strategy and CDC\u2019s goals; and help maintain an incredible experience and environment that\u2019s clean, welcoming and accessible for children and their families such as light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal prep and cleanup.\u00a0<\/p>\n You will be expected to complete the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential after hire. The CDC provides full financial support for obtaining this credential.<\/p>\n Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a minimum of six (6) months of experience working with a diverse group of toddlers, young children, and their families. You take pride in maintaining cleanliness, health, safety, security, and privacy at all times. You\u2019re friendly, inclusive, and respectful, valuing people from all backgrounds and experiences, and you approach others with empathy and care. You\u2019re self-motivated and can work independently, but you\u2019re not afraid to ask questions or seek clarification when needed and also efficient and organized, able to manage your time and prioritize tasks effectively.<\/p>\n Fluency in English is required (and it\u2019s a plus if you speak additional languages!). You should also hold a current First Aid and CPR certification.<\/p>\n About Company<\/strong><\/p>\n At Wilder, we know that supporting whole families starts with supporting the whole person – including our employees. When you work here, you\u2019re not just part of a workplace; you\u2019re part of a community committed to growth, belonging and well-being. We believe that when our staff thrive, the families and communities we serve thrive too.<\/p>\n We offer a whole family centered Total Rewards package, with competitive pay and benefits – including health, dental, basic life, disability, paid leave, 401k with employer match, employee wellness programs, professional development opportunities, employee resource groups, tuition discounts and development funding. There is no waiting period for benefits, health and dental benefits begin on first day of hire for eligible employees. Eligible federal loans may also qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).\u00a0<\/p>\n