Head Start Program Aide: Classroom & Family Support

Save the Children; Wil-Mar Park (NC); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care coverage

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Save the Children, located in Wil-Mar Park, NC, is seeking a full-time Program Aide to provide educational and social experiences for infants and preschool-aged children. The role requires building effective relationships with families and staff while ensuring child safety and well-being. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma, be proficient in English, and be 18 years old or older. The position comes with competitive benefits including paid time off and health care coverage.

Qualifications

• Must be at minimum 18 years of age.
• Within 90 days of employment, must obtain and maintain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational, relational, and social experiences for children.
• Assist classroom staff in all classroom activities.
• Complete routine kitchen chores as assigned.

Skills

Ability to relate sensitively with children

Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

Demonstrated ability to keep all information on families confidential

Education

Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Save the Children, located in Wil-Mar Park, NC, is seeking a full-time Program Aide to provide educational and social experiences for infants and preschool-aged children. The role requires building effective relationships with families and staff while ensuring child safety and well-being. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma, be proficient in English, and be 18 years old or older. The position comes with competitive benefits including paid time off and health care coverage.