Program Aide

NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY! Do you have a passion to work with children and make a difference? Are you energetic and outgoing? The West Haven Community House is currently seeking staff with those same qualities to work as a Program Aid in our Head Start Program. If this position sounds right for you, APPLY NOW! Schedule: Monday through Friday (2:30-5:30pm) PART TIME POSITIONS OFFER: Accrued Sick and Personal time Free Gym Membership-Planet Fitness Black Card!

Credit Union, Employee Discounts, Tuition Assistance, Referral Program JOB DESCRIPTION PROGRAM AIDE, HEAD START REPORTS TO: Education/Disability Manager GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Works with a variety of teaching teams to implement Head Start Performance Standards related to the operation of the classroom. In addition to these standards, ensures that the classroom adheres to NAEYC and other applicable standards . Follows program protocol for holistic delivery of services to children and families.

Qualifications

CDA and/or some college work in early childhood education or field related to early childhood education preferred with one years’ experience working with pre-school aged children; or High school diploma and two years experience working with pre-school aged children PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position which may require lifting unspecified weights, standing, bending, use of hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; transferring individuals, stretching, walking, pushing and/or pulling Must be able to walk frequently; occasionally sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and taste or smell Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, follow instructions and procedure manuals Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Ability to use independent judgment and work flexible hours Ability to communicate clearly with others, both verbally and in written form Ability to organize, to show initiative and to pay attention to detail Ability to work both independently and as a team member to build positive school-family partnerships Ability to use logical, clear, concise reasoning to make decisions in performance of job Ability to use and learn computer software and to calculate and comprehend basic math calculations Ability to work with and relate to preschoolers and their families ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Education

SERVICES: Follow direction of Head Teacher in assigned classroom. By example, set the professional and caring atmosphere of the center. Assist teaching team in ensuring that the physical space and materials provided fosters optimal growth and development and adheres to Head Start and licensing standards including health and safety requirements. Be aware of the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs of each child and assist in…

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