Child Care Aide

Child Care Aide Are you passionate about creating opportunities for people to thrive? Catholic Charities is the place for you! The mission of Catholic Charities Twin Cities is to serve those most in need and to advocate for justice in the community. Our programs for children, families, and adults serve more than 25,000 people every year. As the need for our services grows, Catholic Charities is working to adapt and respond with strategies that prevent poverty, meet basic needs in times of crisis, and create pathways to greater stability. WAGE RANGE: $20.00 21.50/hour JOB SUMMARY: Catholic Charities is seeking a dynamic, innovative, child-centered individual who is compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally aware to work as a child care aide at its Northside Child Development Center. They will assist all teacher staff in daily program activities planned for children in assigned groups and assist with the opening, closing and thorough clean-up of the room. They will assist in the daily interaction and supervision of children and maintain relationships with staff, children, parents, volunteers, and community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Actively participate in daily implementation of all program activities. Assist with meeting children at school bus stops, diapering, toileting, meal-time procedures, and all cleaning duties and room arrangements. Alert supervisor regarding any major or unusual problems a child is having with behavior, eating, sleeping and physical health concerns. Clean and sanitize cots, toys, tables, etc. on an as needed basis. Attend and participate in all meetings and training. Responsible to work where staffing is needed, including working with other groups or ages when assigned. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERTISE: Must be at least 18 years of age Must have graduated high school or have a GED Experience with young children either in center care or through informal child care. High School classes in child development are desirable. Ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness required. JOB CLASSIFICATION: Fulltime; Hourly; Non-Exempt PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: CPR - No Driving - No Lifting up to 25 lbs. without assistance - Yes Lifting up to 50 lbs. without assistance - Yes Physically restraining clients - No Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all functions that are required of the employee for this job.