Early Childhood Program Aide & Classroom Support

Save the Children 2022; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Save the Children is seeking a Program Aide to support infants, toddlers and preschoolers across Head Start settings. You will report to the Education and Inclusion Manager or Center Director and may travel to various program sites and home visits.

You will assist with classroom activities, kitchen and janitorial duties as needed, while ensuring child safety and confidentiality in line with Head Start standards.

Qualifications

• Must be at minimum 18 years old.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Certification as applicable by Head Start or childcare regulations.
• Within 90 days of employment, must obtain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of working with infants, toddlers and preschool children.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to relate sensitively with children and to work with staff, parents and families.
• Proven ability to follow directions and take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to keep family information confidential.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Apply clear practice and procedure in day-to-day execution of job.
• Organize self and manage time to get things done.
• Keep manager informed of important issues.
• Build effective relationships within workgroup and with children/families.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Assist classroom staff in all classroom activities.
• Assist the Teacher in any aspect of the program (Family Nights, newsletters, etc.).
• Serve as a temporary substitute in the absence of the Assistant Teacher or Teacher.
• Provide custodial support as needed; may be custodian in absence.
• Complete routine kitchen/dining duties and food service tasks as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Childcare experience

Relationship building

Follow directions

Disability awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Head Start/childcare certification

Job description

Save the Children is seeking a Program Aide to support infants, toddlers and preschoolers across Head Start settings. You will report to the Education and Inclusion Manager or Center Director and may travel to various program sites and home visits.

You will assist with classroom activities, kitchen and janitorial duties as needed, while ensuring child safety and confidentiality in line with Head Start standards.