Program Aide - Head Start

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23; Texas; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) in Pennsylvania is seeking part-time Program Aide staff for Head Start and PreK Counts within the Office of Early Childhood Services. The role serves students ages 3-5 and requires the ability to work in a dynamic classroom setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, classroom activities, and maintaining a safe environment; the position offers a $15.52/hour rate and requires clearances from state agencies.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with pre-school age students and help them grow socially and academically.
• Ability to perform physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry 30 pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear and see within normal ranges.

Responsibilities

• Help children develop self-help skills by 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 activities.
• Assist children to participate in daily activities and gain independent skills per Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards.
• Contribute to daily and weekly classroom planning.
• Work cooperatively with a supportive classroom team.
• Participate in activities planned for parents and promote community connections.
• Adhere to MCIU policies and directives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Preschooler care

Physical agility

Transportation

Diversity sensitivity

Clearances required

Job description

• Position Type: Early Learning (Head Start & PreK Counts)/ Program Aide
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23
• Closing Date: 11/13/2026

Vacancies exists for a Program Aides to work within the Office of Early Childhood Services – Head Start at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit! This part-time position serves students ages 3-5 years old.

Qualifications

• A desire to work with pre-school age students and help them grow socially and academically.
• Ability to perform the following physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry thirty (30) pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear within normal ranges, and see within normal ranges.
• 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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Help children develop self-help skills by actively participating in all phases of 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 the Pennsylvania 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.

Location

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit Head Start program has classrooms located throughout Montgomery County, PA. Vacancy location and classroom need will be determined during the interview process. More information on the Head Start program and locations can be found at https://mciu.org/office-of-early-childhood-services/head-start/ . These positions are located at:

• Upper Dublin High School (800 Loch Alsh Ave. Fort Washington, PA)
• Learning Academy (1605 W. Main St. Norristown, PA)
• Evergreen Elementary (98 Kagey Rd. Collegeville, PA)

Work Schedule

Part-Time, Monday-Friday, 5 hours/day, 10 months (172 days/year)

Hourly Rate

$15.52/hour

About Us

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

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