Support Staff/Head Start - 12 Month

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. was established in 1965 with a mission to combat poverty and improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and families in Steuben and Yates counties. Over the years, the organization has evolved to meet the changing needs of the community. The agency's philosophy in addressing poverty has also evolved, incorporating evidence-based practices and holistic approaches to better serve the community.

Job Description

Pro Action’s Head Start Program is accepting applications for Support Staff at our Cooktown, NY location.

• Supervise and interact with children during planned classroom activities such as indoor/outdoor play, large or small group instruction, circle time, mealtime, and cleanup, etc.
• Make ongoing observations of children’s development and maintain anecdotal records.
• Assist in advancing physical and intellectual competence.
• Assist in supporting social and emotional development and providing positive guidance
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and learning environment.

Ideal skills

• Basic organizational and basic math skills.
• Communication and language skills to comprehend documents and other correspondence.
• Basic computer skills with the basic knowledge of Excel Microsoft Office and other office equipment such as copier, scanner, and fax machines.
• Ability to interact with customers from variety of backgrounds
• Capability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions in written and oral form.

As a full-time Pro Action employee, some of the benefits you are eligible for include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403b retirement plan with employer-based contributions, generous personal and sick Leave and more.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

The ideal candidate must have a valid driver’s license, meeting agency standards per position and consistent, reliable transportation that will allow regular travel in and around the service area. Agency Driver Record History standards information can be obtained by calling Human Resources at 607-776-2125.

Interviews are scheduled by the hiring manager for applicants whose qualifications best meet the needs of the department and agency.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, or completed employment application to: Human Resources, Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. 117 E. Steuben St., Bath, NY 14810, or email to jobs@proactioninc.org .

It is the policy of Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, intern, volunteer, etc., based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including wearing attire, clothing or facial hair in accordance with the tenets of religion), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and transgender status), gender identity or expression, reproductive health decisions, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and being a certified medical marijuana patient), genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics), age (18 and over), veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, certain arrest or conviction records, domestic violence victim status, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.