Classroom Aide Lynn Evans Biga Center (Beekman Street Center), Wilkes-Barre

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. Partners 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 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. *SEE Head Start Center locations at /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/ 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