Columbia Opportunities, Inc.

Job title:

Head Start Classroom Aide

Brief Job Description:

Head Start Classroom Aide
Full Time
Columbia Opportunities Community Action Center, Hudson, NY, US
+2 More Locations
30+ days ago
Requisition ID: 1016
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Head Start Classroom Aide

Hours: 35 hours per week / 46 weeks per year (Non-Exempt)

Location: In Person - Hudson, Valatie, and Craryville    

Wage:  $16.81 per hour

Position Summary:

The Head Start Classroom Aide supports the classroom team in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for eligible preschool children. The Head Start Classroom Aide assists with classroom operations, child supervision, meal service, and maintaining a clean and organized environment. This role plays a key part in supporting children's healthy development and school readiness. 

Essential Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience working with young children in an early childhood educational or care setting
Willingness to pursue training related to early childhood development
 Essential Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics:
Ability to interact with children in a warm, nurturing, and respectful manner
Willingness to take direction and work as part of a classroom team
Basic understanding of child development principles or willingness to learn
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Organized, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality
Flexibility and adaptability to meet classroom needs
Other Requirements:
Clean, valid New York State driver’s license preferred (may be required at some locations)
Must pass New York State Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment inquiry and criminal background check
Must complete a medical examination, including a tuberculosis (PPD) test

How to Apply:

Use the Apply button on the official ADP full posting linked above.