Educational Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Kansas City, Missouri, United States EarlystArt Full time
Position Overview

Salary: $17.00/hour

The Part-Time Educational Support Specialist is tasked with the overall supervision and management of a group of young learners. This role will be guided, trained, and assessed by the Center Director. The Educational Support Specialist plays a crucial role in fostering a nurturing and supportive educational atmosphere where children can thrive in various developmental domains.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure a safe, healthy, and developmentally suitable environment both indoors and outdoors that encourages learning across all assigned classrooms.
  • Provide continuous supervision of children both within the center and during outdoor activities, including field trips; complete necessary supervision documentation.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff, supervisors, coaches, and parents to discuss the unique needs of individual children.
  • Create a learning environment that respects diversity and showcases cultural awareness and appreciation for each child's background and family values.
  • Assist in daily administrative tasks such as attendance, meal counts, environment checklists, and activity logs (specific to Infant and Toddler roles).
  • Engage in family-style dining practices, sharing meals at the table with children.
  • Inform parents about program activities, developmentally appropriate practices, and objectives while addressing the needs of each child.
  • Encourage parental involvement by promoting participation in activities and soliciting assistance.
  • Availability is required between 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM.
  • Flexibility is essential when assigned to support various classrooms.
  • Perform all other job-related responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Experience working with children aged 0-5.
  • Preferred: CDA Certification or a degree in education.


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