Early Learning Aide - Head Start (Part-Time)

City of Lincoln; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

403b retirement plan

Job summary

KYFS is hiring Class Aides for our Early Learning programs: Head Start and ECEAP. This position works with the teaching team to provide comprehensive learning experiences for children that will help them develop in an appropriate manner, based upon age and developmental stage.

And helps to enhance the parent’s role as the principal influence on the child’s education and development. The role is part-time, Mondays through Fridays, 25–29 hours per week, with pay $19.00-$24.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• CDA, Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate or degree preferred plus one-year experience in an early childhood setting, OR
• High School Diploma or GED, plus one year’s experience in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Current and former Head Start/ECEAP parents received preference for employment vacancies of which they are equally qualified.
• Completion of a successful criminal history and fingerprinting background check.
• Complete initial health examination, including TB screening as recommended by health care provider.
• Obtain First Aid, Infant/Child CPR card and a Food Handler’s permit within 90 days of hire and keep current.

Responsibilities

• Work with the teaching team to provide comprehensive learning experiences for children.
• Help enhance the parent’s role as the principal influence on the child’s education and development.
• Support classroom activities and supervision in a child-focused setting.
• Assist with safety procedures and daily routines as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

English communication

Time management

Volunteer training support

Follow directions

Diversity awareness

Job description

KYFS is hiring Class Aides for our Early Learning programs: Head Start and ECEAP. This position works with the teaching team to provide comprehensive learning experiences for children that will help them develop in an appropriate manner, based upon age and developmental stage.

And helps to enhance the parent’s role as the principal influence on the child’s education and development. The role is part-time, Mondays through Fridays, 25–29 hours per week, with pay $19.00-$24.00 per hour.