Educational Aide (Pre-Kindergarten)

$38,106 - $65,042/Yr

Department Of Defense Education Activity - Quantico, VA

Part-time,Full-time

Quantico, VA

About the position

The Educational Aide position at the Department of Defense Education Activity in Quantico, VA, involves supporting teachers in a Pre-Kindergarten classroom setting. The role includes assisting with instructional activities, maintaining a clean learning environment, and ensuring the well-being of students during various school activities. This part-time position is essential for providing continuity in the classroom and supporting the educational development of young children.

Responsibilities

• Participates in home visits, parent teacher conferences, and other meetings.
• Ensures continuity of program in teacher's absence.
• Monitors students during various phases of the school day.
• Maintains a clean and organized learning environment.
• Prepares instructional materials related to classroom lessons.
• Assists with teaching personal care routines: feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Operates instructional equipment and technology devices.
• Accompanies/supervises students on field trips.
• Produces material to display educational objectives to the class.
• Applies assistive technology for recording student data.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• At least one year of experience in a related field or education equivalent to 60 semester hours above high school.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of school-related matters.
• Completion of a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement (if applicable).
• Must pass a Tier 1 investigation with Childcare Checks.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with assistive technology and instructional equipment.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for various federal benefits depending on the position type.