Head Start Programs (Canton & Potsdam)
Agency and Placement Location: Canton & Potsdam Sites
Mission: According to their website, “The Head Start Program is a federally funded comprehensive school readiness program for children between 3 and 5 years of age. Head Start has experienced, certified, teachers who provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children, including children with special needs. Head Start children will acquire skills in math, science, literacy, language, social/emotional, physical health and development. Through play, children learn to express their thoughts, feelings, increase self-confidence, and have positive relationships with others.”
Projects: Provide assistance with day to day programming & classroom activities.
Agency Requirements:
- Confidentiality Statement
- Local Criminal Background Check
- Photo Release Form
- Sex Offender Registry Certification