Center Aide

Center Aide

Community Action Wayne/Medina (CAW/M) Amazing Wonders Learning Center Brunswick, Ohio Full-Time | Non-Exempt $15.03 - $15.94 per hour

Help Create a Safe, Supportive Learning Environment for Young Children

At Community Action Wayne/Medina, we believe every child deserves a strong start. We are seeking a caring, dependable, and team-oriented Center Aide to support classroom operations within our Head Start and Early Head Start programs at our Amazing Wonders Learning Center in Brunswick. This role plays an important part in creating a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children, values teamwork, and is committed to supporting high-quality early childhood education while helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.

Why Join CAW/M?

Comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Four-day work week
• Competitive starting wage of $15.03 - $15.94 per hour
• Health insurance options with employer contributions
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid leave programs (vacation, sick, personal, parental, and holidays)
• Professional development and training opportunities aligned with organizational needs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mission-driven work that creates meaningful impact for children and families

What You'll Do

Classroom Support & Child Engagement

• Assist teachers with daily classroom activities and routines to support a structured, engaging learning environment.
• Engage with children during play, learning activities, and transitions to encourage positive growth and development.
• Support the implementation of classroom expectations and behavior guidance strategies.
• Help foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment where children feel safe, valued, and supported.
• Assist with supervision to ensure children's safety and well-being throughout the day.

Health, Safety & Classroom Operations

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom and center environment.
• Assist with meal service and cleanup activities, including sanitizing tables, sweeping floors, disposing of trash, and storing supplies.
• Support sanitation and maintenance efforts, including cleaning toys, restrooms, classroom surfaces, and common areas.
• Replenish supplies, assist with laundry, and provide support during staff absences as needed.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are consistently followed.

Teamwork & Professional Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with agency policies and program regulations.
• Assist with classroom records and documentation as directed.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Support continuous quality improvement efforts and perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and ability to meet agency insurability requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and actively engage in classroom and outdoor activities with children.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and web-based systems.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a member of a team.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, reliability, and the mission of Community Action Wayne/Medina.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six (6) months or more experience in early childhood education, childcare, preschool, or a related setting.
• Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, flexible, and positive in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in an early childhood education setting and requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners. The role includes frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, and active engagement with children both indoors and outdoors. Employees may be exposed to childhood illnesses, cleaning and sanitizing products, bodily fluids, and varying weather conditions during outdoor activities. The ability to respond calmly and professionally to children's and families' needs is essential.

Our Commitment

Community Action Wayne/Medina is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about supporting young children, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in Medina County and the surrounding communities, we encourage you to apply.

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