Early Childhood Substitute & Program Support

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency, Inc. seeks a dedicated team member to support Head Start program activities, promoting school readiness and healthy development for enrolled children and families.

The role emphasizes compliance with Head Start standards, program procedures, and licensing rules, assisting in daily operations, planning classroom activities, and supervising food service operations to ensure nutritious meals.

Responsibilities

• Comply with and utilize the Head Start Program Performance Standards, Head Start Act, State of Michigan Child Care Center Licensing Rules, the Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Pre-Kindergarten, GSRP Implementation Manual (GSRP funded), Great Start to Quality, Program Procedure Manual Guidance, 5 Year Grant, USDA/CACFP/MDE Requirements, and NMCAA Personnel Polices.
• Act in a manner that is conducive to the welfare of children.
• Assist in ensuring the facilities are conducive to the welfare of children.
• Ensure appropriate care and supervision of children at all times.
• Assist in administering day-to-day operations.
• Team with staff to administer day-to-day operations.
• Team with staff in the planning and implementation of classroom activities.
• Oversee food service operations.
• Shop for groceries.
• Able to transport food in personal vehicle from vendor to site, as needed.
• Commitment to making progress toward program goals on an ongoing basis.

Job description

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency, Inc. seeks a dedicated team member to support Head Start program activities, promoting school readiness and healthy development for enrolled children and families.

The role emphasizes compliance with Head Start standards, program procedures, and licensing rules, assisting in daily operations, planning classroom activities, and supervising food service operations to ensure nutritious meals.