Instructor Aide

Works with children ages three to five enrolled in the Head Start program to support their development in all areas (social, self-help, cognitive, fine/gross motor, language/literacy, math, science, social studies, the arts) in order to prepare them for transition to school age programming. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Prefer a minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education [ECE]; Will also consider an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in another field; Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) or equivalent state-awarded certificate; Will also consider a High School Diploma or GED, in which at time of hire individual must provide proof of enrollment in a Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate Degree program, preferably in Early Childhood. Completion of CDA program must be within two (2) years of hire; proof of ongoing enrollment must be provided each semester (minimum fall and spring) Experience: Prefer experience working with pre-school children, and willingness to help pre-school children grow. Knowledge in school bus safety regulations and/or food handling/service regulations desired.