Head Start Center Assistant

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC is seeking a Head Start Center Assistant to support bus and classroom activities in a part-time, non-exempt role. You will assist with meals, supervise children on the bus, and help teachers with daily activities to promote safety and learning.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; a Child Development Associates Credential is preferred. CPR/First Aid and TB testing are required, with an emphasis on confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young children desired.
• High School Diploma or GED required; CDA credential preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment TB test.
• CPR and Basic First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Rides the bus to/from Centers and assists children getting on/off.
• Ensures children are secured in safety restraints on the bus.
• Engages children in songs, stories, and activities to support literacy and language development.
• Assists bus driver with emergency evacuation drills and pre-/post-trip inspections.
• Prepares and serves meals and snacks, maintaining sanitation procedures.
• Assists teacher with classroom activities and supervises students.
• Maintains confidentiality of information about children, families, and staff.
• Attends staff meetings and ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Young children experience

CPR & First Aid

TB test required

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate Credential

Job description

Position Description

Position Title: Head Start Center Assistant

Reports To: Education Supervisor / Director of Operations

Classification: Part Time / Part Year / Non-Exempt

Status: Hourly

Range: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Required Education and Experience: Previous experience working with young children desired. High School Diploma or GED required; Child Development Associates Credential, awarded by the Council of Professional Development preferred. Must pass pre-employment TB test. Be certified in Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Summary/Objective: The Head Start Bus/Classroom Assistant completes the listed tasks. All tasks are considered essential except those identified as non-essential.

Essential Functions

• Rides the bus to/from Centers. Assists children getting on and off bus when necessary.
• Ensures children are secured in appropriate child safety restraints while on the bus.
• Engages the children in songs, finger-plays, stories, conversations, etc.
• While on the bus to encourage the development of literacy and language skills.
• Assists bus driver in conducting an emergency bus evacuation drill monthly.
• Assists bus driver in conducting pre- and post-trip inspection of the passenger compartment. Prepares and serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily, cleaning up as needed after meal service.
• Ensures sanitation procedures are always followed when preparing and serving food and during clean-up.
• Assists teacher with classroom activities as requested.
• Respects and promotes the unique identity of each child and family, and refrains from stereotyping based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, or disability.
• Always maintains confidentiality regarding job-related information about children, families, and staff members.
• Attends all scheduled staff meetings for position held.
• Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Early Education Services Director.