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 third 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.

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.

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: $14.80/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 Insurance (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