Center Support Assistant

ECS4Kids seeks a Center Support Assistant to provide a nurturing environment for young children. The role involves assisting in the classroom, implementing educational activities, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. The position reports to the Center Manager and requires a High School Diploma or GED, DCF 45-hour training, and CDA highly preferred.

Requirements

• Assist in the classroom as needed
• Familiarize self with the day's planned activities
• Implement culturally sensitive educational activities
• Provide a warm, nurturing, loving and positive environment
• Maintain all federal, state, local and accreditation standards
• Follow policies and procedures regarding medical and dental emergencies
• Ensure that safe practices are followed to prevent injuries to children or self
• Maintain sanitation & hygiene procedures and participate in the maintenance of the center
• Provide and encourage effective communication and relationships with families
• Encourage parental involvement in all aspects of the program
• Participate in family-style meals with the children
• Follow infants' individual feeding schedules
• Communicate regularly with other staff in order to better serve children and families
• Maintain appropriate record keeping
• Clean and sanitize countertops, sinks, refrigerator(s), warmer(s), microwaves and floors
• Discard trash and empty supply boxes daily
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them
• Gather and empty trash
• Regularly clean and maintain all bathrooms and public areas
• Monitor building security and safety

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) plan with 5% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long-term & short-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Career development
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program