Program Aide - PreK Counts

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23•Norristown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A vacancy exists for a Program Aide to work within the Office of Early Childhood Services – PreK Counts at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit! This part-time position serves students ages 3-5 years old.

Requirements

No educational requirement.
A desire to work with pre-school age students and help them grow socially and academically.
Ability to perform the following physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry thirty (30) pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear within normal ranges, and see within normal ranges.
Provide own transportation.
Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, the Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI.

Responsibilities

Help children develop self-help skills by actively participating in all phases of mealtime activities and toileting.
Assist with meal preparation and classroom operation.
Provide a safe and healthy environment.
Help prepare for, participate in, and clean up after an activity.
Assist children to participate in daily activities and gain independent skills aligned with the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards.
Contribute to daily and weekly classroom planning.
Work cooperatively with an attitude of support as a member of the classroom team.
Participate in activities planned for parents and promote community connections.
Adhere to and implement MCIU policies, procedures and directives.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.