Head Start Classroom Support Staff/Floater

The Children's Home Society of New Jersey; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

FSA

Life/LTD

403(b)

PTO

Job summary

The Children’s Home Society of New Jersey is seeking a Head Start Classroom Support Staff/Floater in Trenton, NJ. You will support the classroom under teacher supervision, helping with daily activities and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and the potential CDA credential within 2 years. Prior experience with preschool children is preferred; bilingual English/Spanish candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• If no Associate's degree, CDA credential must be obtained within 2 years.
• Prior experience with preschool children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish positive relationships with children and staff in assigned classroom.
• Assist Teacher and Teacher Assistant with daily activities and routines.
• Help manage classroom behavior appropriately and respectfully.
• Communicate with teaching staff promptly about concerns.
• Escort children to and from bus, bathroom, recess, and trips.
• Assist with end-of-day classroom cleanup and meals.

Skills

Bilingual English & Spanish

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credential within 2 years

Job description

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Head Start Classroom Support Staff/Floater

Head Start Center Based Full Time Trenton, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1114

General Purpose: The Classroom Support Staff works cooperatively with the Teacher and Teacher Assistant to assist with the daily education program and assigned classroom. Under the reflective supervision of the Teacher, the Classroom Support Staff/Floater will assist with classroom activities and will help maintain a safe and clean classroom environment that reflects the agency's philosophy and curriculum. Position will support and be assigned to all Head Start Centers and Classrooms.

Salary:$16.58 per hour

Education Requirement: High School Diploma or GED. If the candidate does not hold an Associate's degree, they will be required to obtain a CDA credential within 2 years of hire.

Experience Requirements: Prior experience working with preschool aged children

Essential Job Responsibilities and Performance Indicators:

• Establish positive relationships with children and other staff in his/her assigned classroom.
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in all enrolled children’s responses and needs through constant communication, a positive approach, and prompt, caring assistance.
• Help carry out daily programs by assisting Teacher and Teacher Assistant as needed, including interactive care of children during assigned activities and routines.
• Assist teaching staff with the management of classroom behavior appropriately and respectfully, remaining sensitive to individual child needs.
• Communicate with teaching staff immediately of any observed classroom, child, or procedural concerns.
• As assigned, escort children to and from bus, bathroom, recess, and school trips.
• Eat with the children family style and serve as a role model in trying new foods, using good manners, and beginning conversational skills. Encourage/assist children to serve themselves and pass platters in a family-style setting.
• Assist children with clean-up after meals.
• Assist with end of day classroom clean-up.
• Must attend mandatory Head Start pre-service training held in mid to late August of each school calendar year.

Maintain Professional and Ethical Standards:

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements.
• Respect and maintain rights and privacy of all staff, parents, and children.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings, and seek out staff development opportunities.
• Work as a team member with all staff and maintain a positive work ethic.

Bilingual (English & Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply.

This is a brief description only of the position. Anyone interested may request a full job description from the Human Resource Department.

The Children’s Home Society is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

General Purpose: The Classroom Support Staff works cooperatively with the Teacher and Teacher Assistant to assist with the daily education program and assigned classroom. Under the reflective supervision of the Teacher, the Classroom Support Staff/Floater will assist with classroom activities and will help maintain a safe and clean classroom environment that reflects the agency's philosophy and curriculum. Position will support and be assigned to all Head Start Centers and Classrooms.

Salary:$16.58 per hour

Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life/LTD, 403(b), PTO

Education Requirement: High School Diploma or GED. If the candidate does not hold an Associate's degree, they will be required to obtain a CDA credential within 2 years of hire.

Experience Requirements: Prior experience working with preschool aged children

Essential Job Responsibilities and Performance Indicators:

• Establish positive relationships with children and other staff in his/her assigned classroom.
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in all enrolled children’s responses and needs through constant communication, a positive approach, and prompt, caring assistance.
• Help carry out daily programs by assisting Teacher and Teacher Assistant as needed, including interactive care of children during assigned activities and routines.
• Assist teaching staff with the management of classroom behavior appropriately and respectfully, remaining sensitive to individual child needs.
• Communicate with teaching staff immediately of any observed classroom, child, or procedural concerns.
• As assigned, escort children to and from bus, bathroom, recess, and school trips.
• Eat with the children family style and serve as a role model in trying new foods, using good manners, and beginning conversational skills. Encourage/assist children to serve themselves and pass platters in a family-style setting.
• Assist children with clean-up after meals.
• Assist with end of day classroom clean-up.
• Must attend mandatory Head Start pre-service training held in mid to late August of each school calendar year.

Maintain Professional and Ethical Standards:

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements.
• Respect and maintain rights and privacy of all staff, parents, and children.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings, and seek out staff development opportunities.
• Work as a team member with all staff and maintain a positive work ethic.

Bilingual (English & Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply.

This is a brief description only of the position. Anyone interested may request a full job description from the Human Resource Department.

The Children’s Home Society is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Up to (2) 8:00 AM arrivals per month for staff meetings and/or trainings and/or up to (2) 4:00 PM departures per month for staff meetings and/or trainings.

35 Hours per Week