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: Roseberry Head Start, Phillipsburg, NJ Hours- as needed, not to exceed 8 hours a day $17.28-$19.59 Job OverviewWe 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. QualificationsMinimum 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.Experience: Experience working with young children.Preferred Experience: 2 years' experience in early childhood education and direct experience with at-risk population, Head Start experience.Personal characteristics: compassionate, organized, flexible, communicator, team-playerPhysical abilities: Lift 30 poundsNorwescap 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.