Provisional Disability Service Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Be a part of something BIG. Committed to giving every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed, we deliver high quality services that empower families, make children healthier, and communities stronger. Find your purpose: We're dedicated to growing employees who want a career in helping at-risk children and families succeed. Employees get ongoing training opportunities to include job-related certificates, credentials, and tuition reimbursement. Keep the balance: We value employee wellness by offering 15 paid holidays off including a one-week paid holiday break, and a generous time off policy that increases over time. We invest in free mental health services for staff, along with free, unlimited access to an employee health portal designed just for staff wellness. This is a provisional position. This position is expected to last between 90 and 270 days, with the possibility of converting to a permanent position. Permanency is not a guarantee for any provisional position or employee. Provisional employees are entitled to medical benefits (subject to eligibility rules) and earn personal and sick time. Expected Hours and Schedule: $19.11 - $20.05/hour | 32.5 hours per week, partial year position (approx. 43 weeks), Provisional beginning 08/24/2026 Job Overview: We are a fast-paced and high-demand non-profit program that depends on everybody in every position to help our centers function with ease. You will gain diverse experience working with an at-risk population. Cross-training is available and expected for all positions. Responsibilities and Duties:Assist teacher in maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment for children and staffImplement active supervision strategiesAssist children with individual education plansAssist in lesson planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment for the classroomImplement screenings and assessmentsData entry Qualifications:High school diploma or GED working towards CDA to completed within two years of hire required (required)Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)Experience working with young children requiredTwo years experience in early childhood education and direct experience working with at-risk population and/or Head Start experience preferred The successful candidate will be: compassionate, organized, flexible, a good communicator, a team player Physical abilities: Must be able to lift 30 pounds independently without assistance Norwescap provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a position and completed the Form I-9.