Program Aide - PreK Counts

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23 is seeking a part-time Program Aide to support the Office of Early Childhood Services – PreK Counts, serving students aged 3-5. This role is based at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit and supports preschool programming. Work schedule is Monday-Friday, up to 5 hours/day, 10 months.

Hourly rate is $15.52/hour. Applicants must provide transportation and meet required clearances; learn and apply MCIU policies while helping families and children in a

Qualifications

• Desire to work with pre-school age students and help them grow socially and academically.
• Ability to perform physical activities as described in the posting.
• Provide own transportation.
• Original certificates of clearance from State Police, Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI.

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 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.

Skills

Desire to work with preschool students

Ability to work with families from/div

Physical abilities for activities

Job description

• Position Type: Early Learning (Head Start & PreK Counts)/ Program Aide
• Date Posted: 9/11/2026
• Location: Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23
• Closing Date: 09/25/2026

A vacancy exists fora Program Aideto work within the Office of Early Childhood Services – PreK Counts 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.

MCIU Learning Academy (1605 W Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401)

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, up to 5 hours/day, 10 months (180 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.