Pre-K Classroom Aide - Nurture & Safe Learning

YWCA of Greater Harrisburg; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability

Pension Plan

403(b)

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a Classroom Aide for our Pre-K Counts program. This full-time position runs Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, year-round, with a salary of $18/hr.

You will support Lead and Assistant Teachers, supervise children, and help create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities include assisting with activities, meals, attendance, documentation, and participating in staff trainings.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two (2) years of full-time postsecondary education or the equivalent.
• An associate degree or high from an accredited institution.
• A Child development Associate (CDA) credential or demonstrated knowledge and competency through a formal state or local academic assessment.
• Thorough understanding of the principlesof child development and preschool educational methods.
• Ability to be mentally alert and observant at all times when responsible for children.
• Ability to speak and read clearly to communicate easily with children under care with knowledge of language development and understanding.
• FBI, Child Abuse, and State Police Clearances

Responsibilities

• Supervise children to ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Assist Lead and Assistant Teachers with classroom activities, developmental learning experiences, and positive classroom management.
• Provide individual and small-group support to meet children's diverse learning needs.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing environment through positive interactions and age-appropriate activities.
• Follow established safety, emergency, and accident procedures and comply with applicable licensing requirements and program policies.
• Assist with meals, snacks, classroom routines, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with children, parents, and staff.
• Assist with attendance, recordkeeping, and other required classroom documentation.
• Participate in required staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Assist with transportation when qualified and support special events and other program activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Observation skills

Communication

Safety and supervision

Education

Two years postsecondary education or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

CDA credential or validated competency

Job description

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a Classroom Aide for our Pre-K Counts program. This full-time position runs Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, year-round, with a salary of $18/hr.

You will support Lead and Assistant Teachers, supervise children, and help create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities include assisting with activities, meals, attendance, documentation, and participating in staff trainings.