FAMILY GUIDANCE CENTER
Location
Clanton, Alabama
The Program Aide will work collaboratively with Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and family members to ensure the successful operation of a classroom. They will implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.
Candidates must have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or be enrolled in a program to complete it within a year of hire. Previous experience working with children aged 0-5 years is required.
E.M Henry Head Start - Clanton, AL 36054Family Guidance Center Head Start/Early Head Start is seeking candidates for a full-time Program Aide at the EM Henry Head Start/ Early Head Start Center located in Clanton, AL. The Program Aide will work collaboratively with Teachers, Assistant Teachers and family members to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children and implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities. Required qualifications for the position are a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or enrolled in a program to complete CDA within a year of hire. Previous experience working with children 0-5 years of age required. All Family Guidance Center Head Start and Early Head Start employees, and all other Family Guidance Center contractors, and volunteers who regularly perform work within our Program must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be approved for a medical or religious exemption from COVID-19 vaccination as a reasonable accommodation. EOE
Market context
In Alabama, program aide roles in early childhood settings are often in steady demand because centers need staff who can support daily routines and classroom care for young children. These positions are competitive when candidates already have a CDA or are actively working toward one, plus hands-on experience with children ages 0-5. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your CDA timeline and highlight specific infant or preschool experience in your application.