Classroom Assistant

College of Southern Idaho; Hansen (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

College of Southern Idaho invites applications for a Classroom Assistant in Hansen Head Start. The role focuses on creating a warm, nurturing environment and delivering individualized Head Start experiences for children.

It emphasizes supporting developmentally appropriate activities and serving as a positive behavioral role model. Responsibilities include documenting child progress, collaborating with Lead Teacher, and participating in ongoing training including CPR and First Aid.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Six months experience working with young children.
• Eighteen years of age or older.
• Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare’s Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire.

Responsibilities

• Treat participants, fellow staff and community members with positive regard.
• Work on developmentally appropriate tasks in specific areas of need with designated children during small group time.
• Provide appropriate role model for behavior, speech, eating, etc.
• Attend post-class evaluations and provide information to Lead Teacher about the child’s activities/progress for that day.
• Manage behavior through acceptable methods. If there are questions ask the Family Educators or Mental Health Professional.
• Attend training as requested by supervisor and provided by program.
• Complete paper work as assigned by supervisor.
• Work with entire class as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in an individualized continuing education plan including CPR and First Aid.

Skills

Childcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Classroom Assistant will assist in providing a warm and nurturing environment in which the children can grow and in addition will assist in providing individualized Head Start experiences for children.

QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six months experience working with young children
• Eighteen years of age or older
• Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare’s Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL:

• Treat participants, fellow staff and community members with positive regard.
• Work on developmentally appropriate tasks in specific areas of need with designated children during small group time.
• Provide appropriate role model for behavior, speech, eating, etc.
• Attend post-class evaluations and provide information to Lead Teacher about the child’s activities/progress for that day.
• Manage behavior through acceptable methods. If there are questions ask the Family Educators or Mental Health Professional.
• Attend training as requested by supervisor and provided by program.
• Complete paper work as assigned by supervisor.
• Work with entire class as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in an individualized continuing education plan including CPR and First Aid.

ADDITIONAL:

• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children’s records and information relating to the center
• Demonstrate sensitivity to children
• Perform other duties as assigned

Company Location Hansen - Head Start

Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Salary 14.47 - USD

Is this position grant-funded?

Yes

FLSA

Non-exempt

Months per year?

189 days/10 months

What are the work days/hours?

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Classroom Assistant will assist in providing a warm and nurturing environment in which the children can grow and in addition will assist in providing individualized Head Start experiences for children.

QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six months experience working with young children
• Eighteen years of age or older
• Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare’s Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL:

• Treat participants, fellow staff and community members with positive regard.
• Work on developmentally appropriate tasks in specific areas of need with designated children during small group time.
• Provide appropriate role model for behavior, speech, eating, etc.
• Attend post-class evaluations and provide information to Lead Teacher about the child’s activities/progress for that day.
• Manage behavior through acceptable methods. If there are questions ask the Family Educators or Mental Health Professional.
• Attend training as requested by supervisor and provided by program.
• Complete paper work as assigned by supervisor.
• Work with entire class as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in an individualized continuing education plan including CPR and First Aid.

ADDITIONAL:

• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children’s records and information relating to the center
• Demonstrate sensitivity to children
• Perform other duties as assigned