Resource Aide - Head Start

The Y of Central Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Y of Central Maryland invites applications for a Head Start Resource Aide to support classroom teachers and help ensure the well‑being, safety and learning progress of young children. You will assist with routines, supervision, and individualized plans as needed.

You will contribute to a developmentally appropriate environment, foster social and emotional growth, and collaborate with families and staff to promote school readiness for economically disadvantaged children.

Qualifications

• Interest in the well-being and education of young children.
• Some prior experience working with special needs children.
• Ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates.
• Obtained your 90 hour child care certification or a willingness to do so upon hire.
• A high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers with instruction and routines.
• Support health, welfare, and safety of children in the program.
• Contribute to social, emotional, physical, cognitive and creative development.
• Help manage classroom schedules, transitions and activities.

Skills

Child care interest/education

Experience with special needs

Communication and listening

90 hour child care certification

HS diploma or GED

Education

High school diploma or GED

90 hour child care certification

Job description

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!

How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:

As a Y Head Start Resource Aide, you will work collaboratively with classroom teachers to provide classroom or individualized instruction as needed to support the goals and objectives of the children in your classroom. You will be a resource to children with special needs or individualized plans. You will support the teacher in managing classroom schedules, routines and transitions. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children in the program. You will contribute to the creation of an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of each child in your care. As a Y Head Start Resource Aide, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by working with our littlest participants who are economically disadvantaged and help them prepare for success in school and life.

This work is right for you if you have:

• An interest in the well-being and education of young children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
• Some prior experience working with special needs children
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• Obtained your 90 hour child care certification or a willingness to do so upon hire
• A high school diploma or GED

All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.