Program Aide On-Call

Save the Children US; Patterson (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a dedicated Program Aide On-Call to support the growth and development of young children. This role involves providing educational, relational, and social experiences while ensuring the safety and security of children in various settings. You will collaborate with classroom staff, assist in kitchen duties, and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and fostering an inclusive environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in your community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a minimum high school diploma.
• Must obtain first aid and pediatric CPR certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational and social experiences for young children.
• Assist classroom staff and perform janitorial and kitchen duties.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Time Management

Confidentiality

First Aid and CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Position Title: Program Aide On-Call

Employee Type: Part-Time

Supervisor Title: Manager, Education & Inclusion or Center Director

Division: U.S. Programs & Advocacy

Summary

Program Aides On-Call are generalists, responsible for providing educational, relational and social experiences for infants, toddlers and/or preschool-aged children to foster growth and development in all developmental domains. This position reports to the Education and Inclusion Manager or Center Director and may be expected to travel to various program sites and/or home visits.

As a frontline representative of Save the Children, Program Aides are required to ensure the safety and security of children and families that they come in contact with and adhere to the agency’s values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity, and Integrity. The position must take positive steps to protect children who may be a subject of concern and report, respond to any instance of child abuse, and promote training and awareness around all child-safeguarding obligations.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

• Application of clear practice and procedure in day-to-day execution of job.
• Organize self and manage time to get things done.
• Keep manager informed of important issues.
• Build effective relationships within workgroup and with children/families.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Classroom Assistance

• Assist classroom staff in all classroom activities.
• Assist the Teacher in any aspect of the program as the need arises.
• Serve as a temporary substitute in the periodic absence of the Assistant Teacher or Teacher.

Janitorial Assistance

• Provide custodial support as needed; this could include picking up trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning and stocking bathrooms, and ensuring buildings are secure.
• May serve as custodian in the absence of the regular custodian on a periodic basis.

Kitchen Assistance

• Complete routine kitchen/dining room/food chores as assigned.
• Prepare food and serve items for service prior to or after use.
• Participate in food service clean up, inventory, and other food service tasks as requested.
• Substitute for regular Cook or Assistant Cook as needed.
• Responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal standards regarding hygiene and sanitation.

Other General Job Duties

• May be required to serve as a Bus Monitor.
• Attend all workshops and meetings as deemed necessary.
• Responsible for gaining understanding of Head Start Program Performance Standards and local child care licensing regulations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to Head Start/Early Head Start children, families, and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at minimum 18 years of age.
• Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Certification as applicable by federal, state, or local Head Start or child care regulations.
• Within 90 days of employment, must obtain and continually maintain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the basics of working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Demonstrated ability to relate sensitively with children and to work well and communicate effectively with staff, parents, and families.
• Proven ability to follow directions and take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to keep all information on families strictly confidential.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 20 pounds frequently.

Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records check, sex offender registries, employment, and education verifications.

This position may require the incumbent to operate a motor vehicle to fulfill certain essential functions of the job.

Why you should join the Save the Children Team…

Save the Children US offers outstanding benefits that include health, dental, and vision insurances, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and much more.

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About Save the Children

No matter your role when you join Save the Children, you will devote your skills, talent and expertise to changing the world for kids.