Head Start Classroom Aide - Nurturing Early Learning

Save the Children 2022; Talihina (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Save the Children is seeking a Program Aide to provide educational, relational, and social experiences for infants and preschoolers. You will report to the Education and Inclusion Manager or Center Director and may travel to various program sites or perform home visits.

As a frontline representative, you will ensure child safety, adhere to safeguarding obligations, and support daily classroom, cafeteria, and janitorial duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Head Start/childcare regulation certification as applicable, now or in the future.
• Within 90 days, obtain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification.
• Knowledge of working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Apply clear practice and procedures in daily tasks.
• Organize self and manage time to complete duties.
• Keep manager informed of important issues.
• Build effective relationships with children, families and staff.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Skills

English proficiency

Relationship building

Follow directions

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Save the Children is seeking a Program Aide to provide educational, relational, and social experiences for infants and preschoolers. You will report to the Education and Inclusion Manager or Center Director and may travel to various program sites or perform home visits.

As a frontline representative, you will ensure child safety, adhere to safeguarding obligations, and support daily classroom, cafeteria, and janitorial duties as needed.