• Job Description

  Req#: 1508
  Position Type:
  Early Learning (Head Start & PreK Counts)/ Program Aide
  
  
  Date Posted:
  5/30/2025
  
  
  Location:
  Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23
  
  
  Closing Date:
  06/13/2025
  
  
  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.
  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.
  
  Early Learning Academy (1605 W Main St Norristown, PA)
  Competitive hourly rate.
  Family-friendly schedule (no nights, weekends, or holidays!)
  A vacancy exists for a Program Aide – PreK Counts 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.
  
  Qualifications:
  • 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.
  
  Duties & 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.
    
  Location:
  The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit PreK Counts program has classrooms located throughout Montgomery County, PA. More information on the PreK Counts program and locations can be found at https://mciu.org/office-of-early-childhood-services/pre-k-counts/. The vacancy is located at the following location:
  • Early Learning Academy (1605 W Main St Norristown, PA)
  
  Work Schedule:
  Monday-Friday, up to 6 hours/day, 10 months (180 days/year)
  
  Hourly Rate:
  $15.02/hour
  
  About Us:
  The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.
  
  Why Should You Apply?
  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Family-friendly schedule (no nights, weekends, or holidays!)
  
  How to Apply:
  Applications can be submitted online at mciu.org/ careers (Job ID: 1341).
  
  Please contact the Human Resources Office at jobs@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.
  
  The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
  
  Key Words:
  Education
  Preschool
  School District
  Montgomery County
  
  

• About the company

  The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit strives to be the first choice of school districts and schools when seeking educational resources and services. The MCIU offers more than 200 instructional and administrative programs and services to Montgomery ...

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