Save the Children US
Position Title:
Program Aide Employee Type:
Full-Time Regular Supervisor Title:
Manager, Education & Inclusion or Center Director Division:
U.S. Programs & Advocacy Summary Program Aides 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 the various program sites and/or home visits. You may be assigned to various classrooms/centers/bus routes/cafeterias/kitchens as deemed necessary for the functioning of the program operations, and will also assist with daily classroom management and other duties. As a frontline representative of Save the Children, Program Aides are required to ensure the safety and security of children and families that he/she comes in contact with and adhere to the agency’s values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity. As a Save the Children employee who will come into contact with children on a routine basis, the position is expected to prevent child abuse by minimizing risk to children and reporting any instance of child abuse. 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 (e.g., at Family Nights, copying newsletters, cutting out classroom materials, making phone calls, etc.). 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 but is not limited to: picking up trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning and stocking bathrooms, ensuring buildings are secure, cleaning windows, and minor building maintenance. Kitchen Assistance Complete routine kitchen/dining room/food chores as assigned (e.g., dishwashing, portioning foods, logging temperature of foods received from vendors, etc.). 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. Attend required staff and parent meetings and activities. Responsible for understanding Head Start Program Performance Standards and local child care licensing regulations. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding Head Start/Early Head Start children, families and staff. 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 working with infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. Professional proficiency in spoken and written English. Demonstrated ability to relate sensitively with children 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. Commitment to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Physical Requirements related to essential functions: Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5-10 pounds constantly. Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records check. This position may require the incumbent to operate a motor vehicle to fulfill essential job functions. The incumbent should maintain a valid driver’s license. Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified. Why you should join the Save the Children Team… Save the Children US offers outstanding benefits that include health, dental, vision and life insurances, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and generous leave. About Save the Children Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. In the United States and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants.
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Program Aide Employee Type:
Full-Time Regular Supervisor Title:
Manager, Education & Inclusion or Center Director Division:
U.S. Programs & Advocacy Summary Program Aides 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 the various program sites and/or home visits. You may be assigned to various classrooms/centers/bus routes/cafeterias/kitchens as deemed necessary for the functioning of the program operations, and will also assist with daily classroom management and other duties. As a frontline representative of Save the Children, Program Aides are required to ensure the safety and security of children and families that he/she comes in contact with and adhere to the agency’s values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity. As a Save the Children employee who will come into contact with children on a routine basis, the position is expected to prevent child abuse by minimizing risk to children and reporting any instance of child abuse. 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 (e.g., at Family Nights, copying newsletters, cutting out classroom materials, making phone calls, etc.). 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 but is not limited to: picking up trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning and stocking bathrooms, ensuring buildings are secure, cleaning windows, and minor building maintenance. Kitchen Assistance Complete routine kitchen/dining room/food chores as assigned (e.g., dishwashing, portioning foods, logging temperature of foods received from vendors, etc.). 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. Attend required staff and parent meetings and activities. Responsible for understanding Head Start Program Performance Standards and local child care licensing regulations. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding Head Start/Early Head Start children, families and staff. 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 working with infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. Professional proficiency in spoken and written English. Demonstrated ability to relate sensitively with children 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. Commitment to fostering an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Physical Requirements related to essential functions: Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5-10 pounds constantly. Clear pre-employment background check requirements, including local, state, and national criminal records check. This position may require the incumbent to operate a motor vehicle to fulfill essential job functions. The incumbent should maintain a valid driver’s license. Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified. Why you should join the Save the Children Team… Save the Children US offers outstanding benefits that include health, dental, vision and life insurances, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and generous leave. About Save the Children Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. In the United States and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants.
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