Job DescriptionThe Cyert Center at Carnegie Mellon University is a full-day early care and education program serving the children of our faculty, staff and students. Founded in 1971, we have grown from a program of 13 children to our current enrollment of 290 children across two centers.We are currently hiring an Early Childhood Aides to join the Cyert Center. The Early Childhood Aide has a passion for early childhood education, demonstrates commitment to Developmentally Appropriate Practice, and upholds the NAEYC code of ethics. The position is responsible for supporting the classroom educators to provide a nurturing, consistent, developmentally appropriate environment that meets the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs of children. The Early Childhood Aide supports the work of the educational team. This position reports to the Educational Coordinator of the assigned classroom.Core responsibilities include:Supporting the children and educators during the normal flow-of-the-day routines snack/lunch prep, diapering, bathroom, clean-up, playground supervision, napHelping maintain the Center’s safety and sanitation standards, adhering to the Department of Human Services licensing regulations and NAEYC accreditation guidelinesHelping to maintain the Center environment e.g. sweeping up after meals, reorganizing toys, cleaning up the changing area, etc.Demonstrating awareness of Developmentally Appropriate Practice, and supports a cohesive program that communicates the Center’s philosophyAccountability for the safety of children while at the Center, on the playground, and on walks and field trips; Informing Educational Coordinator when an incident occurs pertaining to the welfare of the staff and childrenSupporting and assisting the educators during their daily work with children and families, demonstrating engagement and enthusiasm in their workSpeaking with children in a friendly, positive, and respectful manner; helping children during times of tran
