Aide, Headstart

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools Plant City: Knights Elementary is seeking an Aide, Head Start to support classroom teachers and Head Start activities in Plant City, Florida. The role focuses on assisting with daily instruction, behavior support, and data collection under the Head Start standards.

Responsibilities include planning assistance, equipment setup, light custodial tasks, and parent involvement activities.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in early childhood preferred.
• Active CDA credential or Florida Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate.
• First Aid and CPR certifications required.
• Bilingual experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports children in all activities and assists when adult help is needed.
• Participates in daily, weekly, and long-range planning.
• Assists in setup, operation, and maintenance of instructional equipment and aids.
• Performs light custodial duties related to safety and hygiene in classrooms and related areas.
• Monitors student behavior using positive behavior supports and interventions.
• Participates in ongoing student data collection and record-keeping.
• Assists with parent involvement activities and parent training.
• Establishes positive, professional communication among students, staff, and parents.
• Participates in ongoing professional development training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CDA credential

First Aid

CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Aide, Headstart

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5954215

Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Summary: The Aide, Head Start, is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the overall operation and activities of Head Start in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees are expected to:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Supports children in all activities, and assists when adult help is needed.
• Participates in daily, weekly, and long-range planning.
• Assists in the set-up, operation, and maintenance of instructional equipment and aids.
• Performs light custodial duties that relate to the safety and hygiene in the classroom and other environments accessed by the students under the direction of the teacher.
• Monitors student behavior using positive behavior supports and interventions in the classroom or lunchroom, on school grounds, and at off-campus activities under the direction of the teacher.
• Participates in ongoing student data collection.
• Participates in maintaining current records.
• Participates in parent involvement activities, including but not limited to maintaining/updating parent areas (e.g., bulletin boards), posting parent training and announcements, and assisting with parent/volunteer training in classroom.
• Establishes and maintains positive, professional communication among students, staff, and parents, as applicable per the direction of the teacher.
• Participates in ongoing professional development training.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information

• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.
• Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
• The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: One year of increasingly responsible experience in early childhood. Early childhood and bilingual experience preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Maintains an active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Florida Department of Education Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate. Maintains certification in First Aid and CPR.

Language Skills: Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Writes simple correspondence. Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Mathematical Skills: Adds and subtracts two digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s and 100s. Performs these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability: Applies understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Deals with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.
• Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]