Preschool Program Aide - Part-Time, Family-Friendly Hours

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is seeking a part-time Program Aide to support the Office of Early Childhood Services PreK Counts, serving students ages 3-5. You will help children develop self-help skills, assist with meals, and maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment.

The position offers a weekday schedule (Monday–Friday), up to 5 hours per day, 10 months, with an hourly rate of $15.52. Transportation required; classrooms are located throughout Montgomery County, PA.

Qualifications

• No educational requirement.
• Desire to work with pre-school age students and help them grow socially and academically.
• Ability to perform physical activities: stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 30 pounds, be outside in all seasons.
• Provide own transportation.
• Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, the Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI.

Responsibilities

• Help children develop self-help skills by actively participating in mealtime activities and toileting.
• Assist with meal preparation and classroom operation.
• Provide a safe and healthy environment.
• Help prepare for, participate in, and clean up after an activity.
• Assist children to participate in daily activities and gain independent skills aligned with PA Early Learning Standards.
• Contribute to daily and weekly classroom planning.
• Work cooperatively with an attitude of support as a member of the classroom team.
• Participate in activities planned for parents and promote community connections.
• Adhere to and implement MCIU policies, procedures and directives.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Desire to work with preschoolers

Ability to relate to diverse families

Own transportation

Education

No educational requirement

Job description

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is seeking a part-time Program Aide to support the Office of Early Childhood Services PreK Counts, serving students ages 3-5. You will help children develop self-help skills, assist with meals, and maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment.

The position offers a weekday schedule (Monday–Friday), up to 5 hours per day, 10 months, with an hourly rate of $15.52. Transportation required; classrooms are located throughout Montgomery County, PA.