Who is Easterseals Redwood?
Here at Easterseals Redwood, we believe that uniqueness is power.
We change the way the world views and defines disability by making profound and positive differences in people's lives every day.
In Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, we do this with a focus on building a more diverse and inclusive workforce and community.
We break down barriers for people with disabilities, veterans, and people with economic disadvantages.
Easterseals Redwood is an engine for opportunity.
It is one of the largest and most comprehensive human services providers in the region.
New graduates are welcome to apply!
Our values: Believe in people, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact, and Courage
Why join Easterseals Redwood as an Early Childcare Education Assistant
Substitute, flexible Part-time options are available!
Starting at $15/hour commensurate with experience and education!
No evenings, or weekends
PTO and Extended Illness Time
Health Insurance options
401 K Retirement Plan with a company match
Dental and Vision Insurance options
Disability benefits options
Education and Professional Development Assistance
Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)
Employee Assistance Plan
10 Paid holidays
Growth opportunities
About being an Early Childcare Education Assistant at Easterseals Redwood:
The children you will be working with make every day fulfilling, and Be part of a team that is making a positive impact and helping each individual to grow, gain skills and work towards independence!
Collaborates with ECE Lead and other caregivers to plan and implement developmentally appropriate, activities that are aligned with the individualized goals of the child and the program, High Scope curriculum, NAEYC, STARs and best practice principles of licensing and accrediting organizations.
Collaborates with other staff to create and maintain appropriate room arrangements, learning centers, and consistent routines/schedules to safely engage children and maximize learning.
Guides developmental growth of children to support achievement of learning objectives through age-appropriate play, sensory experiences, fine/gross motor activities, music/art, and language/communication activities in the classroom and during community outings and documents progress toward objectives on a weekly basis.
Assist with the accurate and timely completion of all required documentation, including attendance records, individualized goals, service notes, reports for family, incident reports, food service forms, etc.
Implements behavior management programs as directed.
Assists with shared duties of the program, including preparation and cleanup of all snacks/meals, assisting with laundry, cleaning of all toys and classroom furniture on a daily basis, etc.
Supports efforts to educate, instruct, and train parents/guardians/other caregivers (caregivers) regarding their child’s developmental needs and daily care.
Communicates pertinent information to caregivers about their child’s progress in achieving learning objectives and encourages caregivers to express their priorities and concerns.
What Easterseals Redwood needs from our n Early Childcare Education Assistant:
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working with children who have disabilities preferred
If you’re someone that is passionate about making a difference and would like the opportunity to do just that every day, a career at Easterseals Redwood may be for you.
We are currently hiring and encouraging anyone interested in becoming part of an organization with a mission-driven, relationship-focused, joy-filled culture to apply.
We are a drug-free workplace.