Floater Classroom Aide

Schenectady Community Action Program; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Personal Time

Paid Sick Time

Company Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

403(b) with Company Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental Leave

Job summary

Schenectady Community Action Program is seeking an assistant in a Head Start classroom to support teachers in delivering a safe, engaging program for children. You will help prepare materials, maintain classroom order, and involve families as volunteers to foster a positive learning environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to NYS Day Care regulations, health clearances, and ongoing training to improve early childhood practices. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated experience with preschool children.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Must provide a health clearance per NYS Day Care regulations.
• Background check required by NYS Day Care regulations and Head Start standards.
• Knowledge of poverty-related issues and serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Teacher in implementing the Head Start curriculum and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Assists in preparing supplies and setting up classrooms to meet curriculum and individual learning goals.
• Performs daily classroom housekeeping to maintain a clean, orderly space for children.
• Collaborates with classroom staff to encourage parent involvement and welcome volunteers.
• Participates in supervisor-approved trainings to learn new techniques and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bigelow - SCHENECTADY, NY 12304

Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly

$16.00/hr

Mon-Friday

Helping people reclaim the life they deserve

About Us

At Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP), we believe in supporting one another as we all work collaboratively towards one common goal - eradicating poverty. By joining our team, you will be joining in the mission to help improve communities, alleviate poverty, and change people's lives. SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need." We recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and will provide you with all the tools you need every step of the way. Here at SCAP, we will provide you with competitive wages, work-life balance, career advancement and an amazing benefits package.

We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty. Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community.

What SCAP offers for you!

• Paid Personal Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Company Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with Company Match!
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental Leave
• AND MORE!

Responsibilities

• Assists the Teacher in implementing on a daily basis the approved Head Start curriculum and maintaining a safe and health learning environment conducive to the growth and development of children.
• Assists in the preparation of supplies and setting up the classroom for planned activities, maintaining an environment that meets the curriculum goals and individual learning goals of the children.
• Completes the daily classroom housekeeping chores including cleaning tables, sweeping floors, removing trash, and other chores to maintain a clean and orderly classroom for children.
• Works with classroom staff to encourage parent involvement in the classroom and to welcome parents so they feel comfortable and productive as a volunteer in the classroom.
• Actively participates in supervisor-approved trainings to continue to learn new techniques and best practices.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required. Preference given to Head Start parents who meet qualifications.
• Demonstrated experience with preschool children.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Must provide on a biennial basis a physical from a licensed health care provider, clearing you under New York State Day Care regulations.
• Background check is required prior to employment as required by NYS Day Care regulations and Federal Head Start Performance Standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of issues related to individuals and families in poverty. Ability to build upon the strengths of those we serve with diverse racial, cultural, social, educational and economic backgrounds, including high risk populations, to provide high-level services and lasting solutions to fit each individual’s and family’s needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Schenectady Community Action Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, gender identification, military status, and without regard to the disability or handicap of qualified people, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.