Classroom Aide

CLASSROOM AIDE
Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with Young Children preferred
• Bilingual Language abilities, English/Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities/Duties:

Work as a part of a team to assist in carrying out educational activities in the classroom setting. This position works with the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher as a 3rd person support in the classroom.
Implement educational activities by providing and maintaining an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices for 3 and 4-year old children. CLICK HERE FOR JOB DESCRIPTION

NOTE: Anticipated start date for this position is for the August 2026-2027 school year.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment
Luzerne County Head Start requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of education required to meet the qualifications for position.

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Hours & Salary
Full Time (37.5 hrs/wk),10-month position working a school year August -June annually with an established summer break between school years.
Rate of Pay: $14.65/hr.
For those who possess Bilingual Abilities (Eng/Spanish) - 5% additional pay
$500 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits
HEALTH INSURANCE - Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days.
RETIREMENT PLAN - LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Ins urance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time - Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time - 3 days/school year
PAID Holidays immediately - 18 days during the regular school year , including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits - Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending
...and much more!

Our employees...
...receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
...do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
...enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
...work in an environment of professional respect.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER