Program Aide

Astor Services Inc.; Town of Cairo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefit package

Ongoing professional development

Sick time

Paid long-term disability and life insurance

Job summary

Astor Services Inc. in the Town of Cairo, NY is seeking a Program Aide to assist in various activities crucial to the smooth operation of the EHS/HS program. The role involves supporting classroom activities, supervising children, and assisting with meal preparations.

This position is part-time with 30 hours per week and includes benefits such as personal days, professional development, and growth opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience with the population served is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activities in the classroom, kitchen, office or bus.
• Support classroom with general tasks to ensure appropriate adult-child ratio.
• Provide one-on-one support to children with special needs.
• Assist in preparing meals and supervising during bus transportation.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Center Director, the program aide is responsible for assisting in activities in the classroom, kitchen, office or bus to ensure the smooth operation of the EHS/HS program. This position is a 30 hour per week with summers off.

Responsibilities

• Supports classroom with general tasks throughout the day to ensure appropriate adult-child ratio.
• Responsible for child supervision, assisting with toileting and toothbrushing, engaging children in play both indoors and outdoors, and supporting during mealtime, circle, work time and small group.
• Offers one‑on‑one support to children with special needs, as requested by the classroom teacher.
• Provides assistance to prepare meals, wash dishes, set up carts on an as needed basis.
• Responsible for supervision of children during bus transportation, as needed.
• Participates in other assignments deemed necessary for the successful operation of the Early Childhood Programs.

What we provide

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.

Requirements

You must have:

• High School Diploma or GED.

You should have:

• Experience with the population served is preferred.