Classroom Aide

Are you ready to make a difference in children's lives? Head Start and Early Head Start are dedicated to providing quality education and care to children and families. Join us as we lead the way in early childhood education. Classroom Aide needed in Columbia to help the Teacher with classroom activities. Some classrooms are children ages 3 -5 and some classrooms are infants to age 2. The Head Start program is an early childhood education program with a structured learning environment where staff actively supervise and engage with children. We offer paid time off, health benefits and a 4-day workweek!!! You heard that right! $12.97 per hour and up based on qualifications.

Job Requirements:

• Prefer experience working with low-income families and children.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful.

Benefits:

• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 403 b Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday)
• Two week paid winter break
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional Development opportunities
• CMCA Swag

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift, Tuesday through Friday

About Us: CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.

EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.

Location: 65202