Classroom Aide

Luzerne County Head Start, Inc.; Wilkes-Barre, Northern (Luzerne County, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $500

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan 401(k)

Job summary

Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. is seeking a classroom support assistant to help deliver early childhood activities for 3- and 4-year-olds. You will team with the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher to provide a supportive 3rd-person presence in the classroom.

The role emphasizes promoting school readiness through developmentally appropriate activities and a collaborative team environment. Bilingual English/Spanish abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with young children in classroom settings is preferred.
• Bilingual abilities in English/Spanish are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to assist in carrying out educational activities in the classroom setting. Partners with the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher as a 3rd person support in the classroom.
• Implement educational activities by providing and maintaining an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices for 3 and 4-year old children.

Skills

Experience with young children

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

• Experience with Young Children preferred
• Bilingual Language abilities, English/Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities/Duties:

Work as a part of a team to assist in carrying out educational activities in the classroom setting. Partners with the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher as a 3rd person support in the classroom.

Implement educational activities by providing and maintaining an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices for 3 and 4-year old children.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment

Luzerne County Head Start requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of education required to meet the qualifications for position.

Full Time (37.5 hrs/wk),10-month position working a school year August -June annually with an established summer break between school years.
Rate of Pay: $14.80/hr.
For those who possess Bilingual Abilities (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay

$500 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits

HEALTH INSURANCE – Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time – 3 days/school year
PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits – Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending
… and much more!

Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.