1:1 Aide Head Start

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. was established in 1965 with a mission to combat poverty and improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and families in Steuben and Yates counties. Over the years, the organization has evolved to meet the changing needs of the community. The agency's philosophy in addressing poverty has also evolved, incorporating evidence-based practices and holistic approaches to better serve the community.

This open position is for 10-months working with children within our Head Start Program.

Description

• Assist in advancing physical and intellectual competence.
• Work collaboratively with the classroom team to implement developmentally appropriate individualized strategies and accommodations outlined in the child’s education plans (IFSP/IEP or behavior support plans).
• Support the child’s engagement, independence, and skill development during classroom activities
• Assist with data collection, observation notes, and documentation related to the child’s goals, progress, and behaviors.

Ideal skills

• Strong organizational and basic math skills.
• Communication and language skills to comprehend documents and other correspondence.
• Strong computer skills with basic knowledge of Excel Microsoft office and other office equipment such as copier, scanner, fax etc...
• Ability to interact with customers from a variety of backgrounds and with different levels of management.

Job Requirement

Education requirements High school diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years related work experience.

The ideal candidate must have a driver’s license, meeting agency standards and consistent, reliable transportation that will allow regular travel in and around the service area. Agency Driver Record History standards information can be obtained by calling Human Resources at View phone number on apply.teamengine.io.

As a full-time Pro Action employee, some of the benefits you are eligible for include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403b retirement plan with employer-based contributions, generous personal and sick Leave and more.

 Interviews are scheduled by the hiring manager for applicants whose qualifications best meet the needs of the department and agency.

To apply, Click Here or by submitting a letter of interest, resume and completed employment application to: Human Resources, Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. 117 E. Steuben St. Bath, NY 14810, or email to: View email address on apply.teamengine.io

It is the policy of Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, intern, volunteer, etc., based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including wearing attire, clothing or facial hair in accordance with the tenets of religion), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and transgender status), gender identity or expression, reproductive health decisions, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and being a certified medical marijuana patient), genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics), age (18 and over), veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, certain arrest or conviction records, domestic violence victim status, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.