Classroom Aide

Joint Council For Economic Opportunity; Town of Malone (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401K Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Joint Council For Economic Opportunity is seeking a full-time Early Head Start/Head Start Classroom Aide. Under the supervision of the teacher, the aide instructs children in various activities aimed at promoting their growth.

Located on-site at any JCEO facility in Franklin County, this position offers a pay rate of $16.25 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package such as medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED with six months of relevant experience.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily routine implementation.
• Supervise children and activities with the teacher.
• Prepare and clean the center as needed.
• Instruct children in personal cleanliness.

Skills

Child supervision

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JCEO is a private, not-for-profit Community Action Agency that has been serving Clinton and Franklin Counties in New York State since 1966. Through a comprehensive list of services, JCEO offers a helping hand to the working poor, the elderly, the sick, and the disadvantaged. Our legacy is defined by our staff and volunteers' unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of our neighbors, creating an environment where those in need actively engage in their pursuit for self-sufficiency.

The Early Head Start/Head Start Classroom Aide, under the supervision of the teacher, instructs children in activities designed to promote social, physical, emotional and intellectual growth needed for Kindergarten.

Full time, Non-Exempt Position, 12 Months/Year

Location: On-Site at Any JCEO in Franklin County

Rate of Pay: $16.25/hour

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Tuition Assistance to meet job requirements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401K RetirementPlan
• North Country Chamber of Commerce Discounts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the implementation of the center’ daily routine
• Supervises the children and center activities in cooperation with the teacher, assistant teacher, and or site staff
• Observes confidentiality according to agency policies and performance standards
• Prepares and cleans the center as necessary
• Assists students, individually or in small groups, to reinforce developmentally appropriate learning concepts
• Attends all required training
• Insures compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards, New York State Daycare Licensing Regulations, health and safety regulations, and JCEO policies and procedures
• Perform all duties in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity, Inc.
• Instructs children in practices of personal cleanliness and self-care
• Models for children at the table during breakfast and lunch
• Assist during transition times between activities
• Prepare and clean up small group art activity
• Set up materials for activities to promote kindergarten readiness

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and, six months of related experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

JCEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at 518-561-6310 or via email at [e-mail]