The Aspen School District seeks Temporary Summer Preschool Classroom Aides (at least 16 years old)

for The Cottage. 

Position Title: Preschool Classroom Aide

Department: The Cottage

Reports to: Preschool Summer Director

Classification: Non-contracted, Part-time Non-Exempt

Work Period: Summer 2024 (June 18 to August 2, 2024), Tuesday through Friday (July 4th excluded)

Compensation: $20 per hour

Position Summary

The Preschool Classroom shares responsibility for the care and education of an assigned group of children. The position is responsible for implementing curriculum, supervising children, communicating with parents, and providing a healthy and safe environment for children ages infant to 5 years.

Position Responsibilities

Preschool Classroom Aide Responsibilities:

• Due to the safety responsibilities of this job, the employee must communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing – bilingual Spanish is a plus
• Working knowledge of computers, including software and databases
• Working knowledge of general office equipment
• Contributes actively to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility (give and take) in team discussions, activities, and decision making
• Willingness to co-teach with another teacher/paraprofessional/aide in the classroom
• Manages oneself (is organized, prepared, and punctual; manages resources; meets deadlines; follows through on commitments; demonstrates appropriate physical appearance relative to job and environmental expectations) in a manner that enhances the image of public education
• Acts consistently in ways that directly support the missions, educational objectives, and codes of ethical conduct of the Aspen Preschool and the Aspen School District
• Displays a willingness to learn new information
• Uses clear verbal communication and strong listening skills
• Develops and maintains rapport and effective relationships with children and adults contacted in carrying out duties and responsibilities by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, support, and professional conduct
• Maintains high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentiality
• Attends all staff meetings
• Demonstrates responsibility for the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom, considering the health and safety of the students
• Assumes an equal share of required preschool housekeeping duties
• Opens and closes the classroom at the beginning and end of the day

 Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of:
• Preschool classroom management
• Professional communication norms and standards (written and oral)
• Modern office procedures and methods
• Principles and procedures of record-keeping
• Microsoft Office and/or the Google Suite of office software
• Ability to:
• Utilize the Creative Curriculum to plan developmentally appropriate activities and opportunities which foster exploration, independence, and understanding to establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and enjoyable learning environment
• Support the social and emotional development of all children to advance intellectual and physical competence
• Demonstrate concern for personal differences between individuals to develop the interests and capabilities of all children
• Foster an enjoyment of learning while helping young children understand their roles as members of a group to establish positive and productive reciprocal relationships within the classroom
• Record the progression of student learning and development using Teaching Strategies GOLD
• Promote communication with parents through daily progress reports, newsletters, and parent-teacher conferences, maintaining the confidentiality of all information regarding parents and their children

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be in compliance with the requirements of 7702.45 of the Colorado Department of Human Services.
• Current High School education, Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications 

• Minimum of 1 year experience in preschool environment or related field
• Spanish bilingual 

 Work Environment

• Preschool classroom setting
• Office environment; exposure to computer screens
• Mostly clean and comfortable surroundings
• Exposure to noise and bodily fluids

Essential Physical Requirements

• Physical: Reaching, walking, standing, sitting,squatting, stooping typing, talking, crouching, kneeling, seeing, and hearing. Occasional lifting of up to 25lbs.

Acknowledgment

The successful candidate will be required to follow any instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Director. The Aspen School District reserves the right to update, revise, or change the job description and related duties at any time.