Norwescap·Wantage, New Jersey
Assist classroom staff in maintaining a safe and healthy environment while supporting lesson implementation and daily caregiving tasks. Promote positive interactions and development for children in an at-risk population.
Be a part of something BIG. Committed to giving every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed, we deliver high quality services that empower families, make children healthier, and communities stronger. Find your purpose: We are dedicated to growing employees who want a career in helping at-risk children and families succeed. Employees get ongoing training opportunities to include job-related certificates, credentials, and tuition reimbursement. NAME OF POSITION: Head Start and/or Early Head Start Classroom Substitute Location: Wantage, New Jersey Hours- as needed, not to exceed 8 hours a day $17.28-$19.59 Job Overview We are a fast-paced and high-demand, non-profit program that depends on everybody in every position to help our centers function with ease. You will gain diverse experience working with an at-risk population. Responsibilities and Duties
Assist classroom staff in maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment for children and staff.
Support classroom activities and lesson implementation.
Promote positive child interactions and development.
Assist with daily routines and caregiving tasks.
Minimum Education Level: High school diploma working towards CDA to be completed within two years of hire. Preferred Education Level: Child Development Associate (CDA)- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field.
Norwescap provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Requires a high school diploma with a commitment to earn a CDA within two years, though a Bachelor's degree in early childhood education is preferred. Experience working with young children is required, with a preference for those with Head Start or at-risk population experience.
Market context
In New Jersey, Head Start and Early Head Start substitute positions are often needed to keep classrooms staffed and routines consistent for young children. This role is competitive because employers typically look for experience with young children, and may prefer candidates with Head Start or at-risk population experience, while also valuing readiness to earn a CDA and, in some cases, a bachelor’s in early childhood education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then highlight any direct early childhood experience and your plan for credential growth in your application.