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Teachers Aide

Kennedy Services
  • Columbia, Maryland
  • $16–$19 Per Hour
1 day ago

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking dependable and caring Teacher's Aides to support before and after school programs for elementary school-aged children throughout Howard County. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is looking to gain experience in childcare, education, recreation, or a related field.
Previous childcare experience is not required. We are looking for candidates who are reliable, patient, positive, and comfortable interacting with children in a group setting.
This position could be a great fit for college students, individuals interested in education or childcare, retirees, parents looking for part-time hours, or anyone looking for an entry-level opportunity working with children.
Morning, afternoon, and combined shift opportunities may be available.
Morning Shift: 6:45 AM to 9:15 AM Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist Teachers and Directors with supervising children during before and after school programs
  • Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment
  • Assist with games, arts and crafts, recreational activities, homework time, and other planned activities
  • Help children during arrival, dismissal, transitions, and daily activities
  • Encourage positive behavior and respectful interactions among children
  • Assist with setting up and cleaning up program areas and activities
  • Follow established safety procedures and program guidelines
  • Communicate professionally with Teachers, Directors, other staff, children, and families
  • Provide additional support to program staff as needed
REQUIREMENTS:
  • No previous childcare experience required
  • Enjoys working with elementary school-aged children
  • Dependable and able to maintain consistent attendance
  • Patient, positive, and able to communicate effectively
  • Comfortable working in an active environment and participating in indoor and outdoor activities
  • Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Must be able to meet required background and pre-employment requirements

Numbers & Facts

LocationColumbia, Maryland
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$16–$19 Per Hour
Company Size1 to 9 employees
Year Founded1978
Websitehttps://kennedy-services.com/

About Company

Founded in 1978, Kennedy Services is one of Maryland’s oldest independent, woman-owned staffing services. Over 40 years later we are committed to our original mission to empower clients, talent and community through our service. It is this drive to improve the lives of those with whom we work that serves as our vision.

Our people are the greatest contributor to our success and we attribute our growth to the quality and dedication of our employees. Simply put, we built our business one outstanding employee at a time and we work tirelessly to do the same for our clients. Over 40 years’ industry experience has enabled us to refine our recruiting and staffing processes to place the best candidates in our clients’ most difficult positions. Over the years we have staffed (temp, temp-to-perm, and direct hire) employees of varied skill sets and professions, regularly demonstrating the flexibility necessary to meet the unique needs of each client. Today we serve employers in both the public and private sectors by sourcing and placing talent that facilitates their growth.

As a woman-owned minority business headquartered within Baltimore’s Empowerment Zone, Kennedy Services is certified as a Minority Business Enterprise with the States of Maryland and Virginia, and the City of Baltimore. This status provides increased government contracting opportunities for our client partners, making us an ideal teaming partner for any company bidding government jobs requiring minority participation.

Regardless of whether you are seeking employment opportunities or talent acquisition resources, Kennedy’s expertise and experience provide the strategic advantage to get you to your next level.

Skills

  • After School Programsunmatched
  • Childcareunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
  • Primary Schoolunmatched
  • Procedure Developmentunmatched
  • Recreationunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched

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