Preschool Program Aide - Team-Based Early Education

Lutheran Services Florida; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Telehealth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employer paid life insurance

13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday

Generous PTO policy

403(b) Retirement plan with employer 3

Job summary

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) seeks a Preschool Program Aide to support classroom, kitchen and bus activities in Head Start/Early Head Start programs. The schedule is Monday–Friday with an 8-hour shift between 7:30 a.m.

and 5:30 p.m., and assignment to various locations as needed. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, meals, materials, and family events; supervising during mealtimes; supporting children with special needs under professional staff; and maintaining a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Complete 45 hours Florida Child Care Facility Training within 12 months of hire.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Level II background screening, health, TB and drug screening prior to hiring.
• Bilingual abilities preferred: English/Spanish or other languages common in the area.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom staff with activities, field trips and outdoor activities.
• Help prepare materials and activities reflecting children's cultural backgrounds.
• Supervise during mealtimes, promoting nutrition and social skills.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment and support family events.
• Support children with disabilities under professional staff guidance.
• Follow IEP/IFSP directives with guidance from licensed staff.
• Attend required trainings and meetings; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

Communication skills

Basic math ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

45 hours Florida Child Care Facility Training

Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) seeks a Preschool Program Aide to support classroom, kitchen and bus activities in Head Start/Early Head Start programs. The schedule is Monday–Friday with an 8-hour shift between 7:30 a.m.

and 5:30 p.m., and assignment to various locations as needed. Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, meals, materials, and family events; supervising during mealtimes; supporting children with special needs under professional staff; and maintaining a