Impactful Early Head Start Child Development Aide

Chester County Intermediate Unit; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit is seeking an Early Head Start Child Development Assistant for its Early Discovery Center in West Chester, PA. This full-time 260-day position serves infants and toddlers and supports the Child Development Specialist in daily activities.

Required are a CDA or Associate's degree (or plan to attain CDA within a year), clearances, and two references. Salary ranges from $17.91 to $23.49 per hour, with placement based on experience.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associates Degree required or willing to attain CDA within one year.
• Experience in childcare/preschool preferred.
• Clearances required (State Criminal, Child Abuse & FBI Fingerprint, NSOR).
• MA provider clearance by PA and federal government upon hire.
• Two professional letters of reference.

Responsibilities

• Assist Child Development Specialist in planning and executing early childhood activities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with adults and children.
• Assist the teacher in caring for children.

Education

CDA or Associates Degree, or willing to attain CDA within one year

Job description

Chester County Intermediate Unit is seeking an Early Head Start Child Development Assistant for its Early Discovery Center in West Chester, PA. This full-time 260-day position serves infants and toddlers and supports the Child Development Specialist in daily activities.

Required are a CDA or Associate's degree (or plan to attain CDA within a year), clearances, and two references. Salary ranges from $17.91 to $23.49 per hour, with placement based on experience.