SUMMER EDUCATION AIDE at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital – Orefield, Pennsylvania

Job Summary
The Summer Education Aide assists with the summer education program designed to provide education and structural programming during the summer months. A Summer Education Aide learns to demonstrate a variety of de-escalation and supportive skills which fosters a trusting, supportive relationships with the children. The Summer Education Aide will be actively participating in a variety of educational program needs, including, but not limited to, classroom learning and activities, assisting in facilitating group activities, and other programming needs.

Job Duties / Essential Functions

• Assist in providing daily, weekly and summer education programming.
• Complete all reporting and record keeping in a professional manner and in accordance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a support person for the residential houses in times of need.
• Both assist and lead in facilitating small and large group activities.
• Assist with supervision and transport of clients to and from the milieu and school.

Qualifications (Education, Training and Experiences)

1. High School Diploma required.
2. Pursuant of an Associate/Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
3. Must be at least 21 years of age.
4. Valid driver’s license required.
5. Successful completion a physical and drug screen, Criminal Record History Clearance, and a Child Abuse History Clearance.
6. Ability to obtain SCM certification and CPR/First Aid certification during New Associate Orientation.