Program Aide (Classroom Aide)

Company: Bauer Family Resources
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Our work is important and vital to children and families in the community, and we are seeking caring individuals to join our Bauer family to help us continue "to empower children and their families to thrive". Job Title: Program Aide Pay Range:$15.33 hourly What We Do: At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it. Our Workplace Culture: We are building a culture of belonging - where every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience. Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer we encourage diversity and promote equality. Position Summary: The Program Aide is responsible for assisting in the delivery of education and nutrition services. This includes bathroom and diapering, tooth brushing, and kitchen duties as necessary. This position assists in maintaining clean and safe indoor and outdoor environments. Essential Functions: The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice. Assist teachers in classroom routines Assist teachers in maintaining clean and safe indoor and outdoor learning environments Assist with implementation of lesson plans Assist with administering snacks and meals to children Ensure compliance with Bauer Policies, State Licensing, and Head Start Program Performance Standards Attend twice-monthly staff meetings, monthly Professional Development Days, quarterly All-Agency meetings, and annual Pre-Service QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks. Education/Certification/Licensure: High School diploma or equivalent Experience Required: 1-2 years child care experience preferred Must have a valid Indiana driver's license and the ability to meet the minimum requirements of the insurance carrier requirements at all times. Knowledge and Skills Required: Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Basic math skills Ability to document worktime in web-based system Problem solving skills Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus What We Offer: (Full-Time 30 hours or more per week) Health Insurance Dental Vision Matching 401K Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Employer Health Savings Contributions Teladoc Free Mental Health Coverage 10 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Paid Bereavement Referral Bonus Annual Wellness Programs Reflective Supervision Community Involvement Other Benefits May Apply Based on Position Paid Snow Days Hiring & Retention Bonus Early Childhood Education Scholarship Paid Professional Development Cell Phone Reimbursement Mileage Reimbursement Bauer Family Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer. Bauer Family Resources is a Drug-Free Workplace

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