Classroom Assistant

Summary

Join CAP Services' Early Childhood Development program and make a difference in a child's life! Our mission is to transform people and communities to advance social and economic justice.

Duties

• Responsible for assisting the teacher in preparing and conducting classroom activities
• Provide a developmentally age and stage appropriate curriculum
• Utilizing practices as outlined in the Program's philosophy and Creative Curriculum

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; and
• Two courses in Early Childhood Education through an institute of higher education (Program will allow staff to obtain these two courses within the first six months of hire as part of their probationary period)
• Six months related work experience working directly with children is preferred.

Program will provide the opportunity for staff to obtain and maintain a current certificate of completion for infant and child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 3 months of hire and provide training for abusive head trauma prior to working in the center.

• This position does require a U.S. work authorization.
• At this time CAP Services cannot sponsor a work visa for candidates.

Benefits

Strengths based program with cohesive supportive staff. Team of people who work together to benefit the children and family we service. Family focused center by integrating families into our daily adventures through family events, parent committees, conferences, volunteering, etc. Paid time off, holidays, 401K (6% match), life insurance, access to health, dental, vision and disability insurance.

About Us

CAP Services, Inc. is a private, nonprofit community action agency that has been advancing social and economic justice for people and communities in Portage, Waupaca, Waushara, Marquette, and Outagamie counties since 1966. Our departments include Human Development, Jobs and Business Development, Housing, and Early Childhood Development (including Head Start, Early Head Start, 4K and Child Care).

CAP Services focuses on creating positive, long-term change in the conditions, skills or knowledge of those we work with, resulting in improved economic or emotional well-being. CAP also aims to create community assets to meet the needs of our communities. It's our goal to be the employer of choice for mission-driven individuals in central Wisconsin.