On-Call Program Aide — Classroom & Family Support

Save the Children; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care (medical, dental, vision)

Employer paid disability

HSA/Wellness programs

Retirement plan

Learning & growth opportunities

Job summary

Save the Children in the United States is seeking a part-time/full-time regular Program Aide on-call to support infants, toddlers and preschoolers across Head Start sites. You will help with classroom activities, meals, and family engagement while traveling to program sites or home visits as needed.

This entry-level role requires at least a high school diploma, English proficiency, and the ability to follow instructions.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Certification as applicable by Head Start or childcare regulations, now or as amended in the future.
• Within 90 days of employment, must obtain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Demonstrated ability to relate sensitively with children and to work with staff, parents and families.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Apply clear practice and procedure in day-to-day execution of job.
• Organize self and manage time to get things done.
• Keep manager informed of important issues.
• Build effective relationships within workgroup and with children/families.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Skills

English proficiency

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School (required)

Job description

Save the Children in the United States is seeking a part-time/full-time regular Program Aide on-call to support infants, toddlers and preschoolers across Head Start sites. You will help with classroom activities, meals, and family engagement while traveling to program sites or home visits as needed.

This entry-level role requires at least a high school diploma, English proficiency, and the ability to follow instructions.