Judy Center Associate

I. Summary

The Judy Center Associate supports the daily operation of the Judy Center Early Learning Hub by helping to provide clerical and accounting support to both the Judy Center at Princess Anne Elementary and Woodson Elementary and by ensuring the Judy Centers are operating in an efficient manner.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties below are representative of the work required. Other duties may be assigned to support the goals and daily operation of the Judy Center.

• Ordering program materials
• Running financial reports
• Distributing newsletter, flyers, scholastic newsletters, materials
• Assisting at playgroup/family engagement/parent workshops
• Helping with backpack food program
• Helping with the coordination of the Raising A Reader program at partner programs and playgroups
• Enter attendance in database after activities

Program and Administrative Support

• Maintains accurate attendance, participation, contact, and activity records using approved forms and databases.
• Assists with preparing flyers, newsletters, sign-in materials, family surveys, schedules, and other program communications.
• Tracks program supplies and materials, assists with inventory and approved purchasing requests, and keeps activity spaces organized.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and partner meetings as assigned and follows district, school, grant, and Judy Center procedures.

III. Qualifications

The requirements below describe the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Experience in an office and working with young children, families, schools, or community programs is preferred.

B. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Communicates clearly and respectfully with children, caregivers, colleagues, and community partners.
• Demonstrates patience, sound judgment, dependability, and a family-centered approach.
• Can organize tasks, follow schedules and procedures, and work effectively as part of a team and with appropriate supervision.
• Can maintain accurate records and protect confidential family and program information.
• Has basic computer skills and can use email, word processing, spreadsheets, and electronic record systems or learn them with training.
• Bilingual skills and experience with culturally and linguistically diverse families are valued.

C. Other Requirements

Must meet applicable Somerset County Public Schools employment requirements and complete required background checks and training. The position may require work at Judy Center, Central Office and occasional evening or weekend events may be included, as scheduled.

IV. Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made. The employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands to handle materials. The position may require moving program materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds and providing active supervision of young children during activities.

V. Work Environment

Work is performed in a school or Judy Center setting, community locations, and other approved program spaces. The employee may work around young children, families, classroom materials, and typical school or community activity noise. The employee follows district safety procedures and maintains a welcoming, orderly environment.