Child Care Assistant Teacher - LaSalle Early Learning Center

Position Summary: The Child Care Assistant Teacher is to provide care for children during their time at the early learning center and/or preschool. To work in cooperation with the Director/School Administrator, Lead Teacher, and other staff to implement activity plans, help set-up activities, and care for the children. Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

• Mission, Professionalism, and Work Ethic:
• Carries out the mission of Xavier Catholic Schools within the learning community through daily actions, leadership, and service
• Consistently represents Xavier Catholic Schools in a professional, courteous, and positive manner.
• Fosters a professional work environment centered on respect, confidentiality, and excellent customer service.
• Demonstrates professionalism by engaging in respectful and focused communication, offering constructive feedback, building positive relationships with colleagues, and limiting personal phone use during work hours.
• Fosters an inclusive environment by accepting and respecting the diversity of children, parents, and coworkers.
• Consistently delivers high-quality work while maintaining efficiency.
• Uphold, support, and promote all policies and procedures of the State of Iowa HHS, Archdiocese of Dubuque, and XCS Schools and ELC centers.
• Work toward continuous quality improvement, such as any ELC center or state-wide initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher or Director; responsibilities may vary and are not limited to the tasks listed above.
• Family and Community Engagement:
• Welcome children upon arrival by engaging them in activities to ease their transition, and support their departure by helping gather belongings and communicating important updates to parents.
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with children, families, staff members, and the wider community.
• Partner with families to support classroom activities, including field trips, volunteer opportunities, and special events.
• Classroom Instruction and Child Development:
• Follow the daily schedule and implement the day's lesson plan by preparing necessary materials and supplies, setting up learning centers, assisting with general housekeeping, supervising children, and supporting daily meals and snacks, including family-style dining.
• Integrate and support the faith curriculum through daily prayer and lessons that promote our Catholic faith.
• Follow and support the classroom management plan to ensure the safety and security of all children.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect, in a fair and consistent manner.
• Help children to develop appropriate habits and social-emotional skills in all classroom activities and routines.
• Supervision, Behavior, and Safety:
• Maintain active supervision over assigned children.
• Model appropriate behavior and language at all times around children and staff, while maintaining constant awareness and professionalism in the presence of children.
• Remain calm during emergencies and serious situations, and report the situation immediately to the Lead Teacher or Director.
• Exercise sound judgment during stressful situations and refer to the director as needed.
• Perform regular inspections of play equipment and report safety concerns to the Lead Teacher and Director.
• Inform the lead teacher of all accidents and illnesses involving children, and assist with communication and incident report documentation to ensure compliance with HHS regulations.
• Promote resourcefulness by being a good steward of classroom materials and remaining mindful of budgetary limitations.
• Compliance, Operations, and Work Environment:
• Maintain required trainings as required by the State of Iowa, DHS, Archdiocese of Dubuque, and the local site
• Consistently maintains attendance, arrives promptly at the scheduled time, and follows protocol to arrange for time off.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and presentable classroom.
• Attend staff meetings, school programs, in-service training, and other training as requested.

Working Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of a childcare role. Employees may be exposed to wet or messy conditions during activities such as outdoor play, art projects, toileting, or meal service. Work may also occur outdoors in varying weather conditions and in environments with elevated noise levels due to group activities and interactions with children. Employees may be required to attend occasional evening meetings and be able to complete computer work assigned related to training, documentation, and parent communication. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of the physical capabilities that must be met by an employee and the working conditions that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions.

Why You'll Love Working With Us: A Faith-Filled Environment: Experience a workplace where you can openly share and grow in your faith with both students and colleagues. Be part of a community that supports and inspires one another in both professional and spiritual growth. Attractive Salary Package: We offer a competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience. Comprehensive Health Coverage: Stay healthy with our full health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans. Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in work-life balance, offering ample paid time off to recharge and take care of what matters most to you. Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Your well-being is our priority—receive peace of mind with our life and LTD insurance options.401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complete with company matching to help you save for tomorrow.