Head Start Aide: Early Learning Support Specialist

KCEOC Community Action Partnership; Cannon (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KCEOC Community Action Partnership is hiring for a position within its Head Start Child Development Program in Kentucky. The role involves promoting school readiness for children aged 0 to 5, implementing Head Start standards, and collaborating with staff to plan integrated services while maintaining strict confidentiality of family information.

The successful candidate will hold a CDA or equivalent education, have a valid driver’s license, and participate in required training hours to maintain

Qualifications

• Minimum: Child Development Associate Degree and/or a comparable equivalent of secondary education and work experience.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge of and implement accordingly the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Promote school readiness for all children.
• Have an understanding of the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
• Work cooperatively with other Child Development staff in planning, integration, and implementation of EHS/HS program services for children 0 to 5 years of age.
• Maintain certification by a recognized source such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross in CPR and First Aid Safety.
• Assist the Teacher in the provision of services to Head‑Start children in a center‑based setting; implement a planned classroom curriculum for developmentally appropriate activities.
• Participate in conferences, meetings, training, and recruitment activities; work cooperatively with all staff, parents, and volunteers.

Skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

First Aid Certification

Education

Child Development Associate Degree or equivalent

Job description

KCEOC Community Action Partnership is hiring for a position within its Head Start Child Development Program in Kentucky. The role involves promoting school readiness for children aged 0 to 5, implementing Head Start standards, and collaborating with staff to plan integrated services while maintaining strict confidentiality of family information.

The successful candidate will hold a CDA or equivalent education, have a valid driver’s license, and participate in required training hours to maintain