Head Start Floater/ Custodian

ADP, Inc.; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. is seeking a Floater/Custodian for Head Start programs in Georgia. The role supports the Center Supervisor and staff in daily activities, outings, field trips, and events, and includes transporting children and parents to centers and events.

Responsibilities also cover lunchroom duties, bus duties, classroom setup, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Flex hours up to four hours daily are required, with emphasis on reliability and positive interaction with children and families.

Qualifications

• Able to work with young children.
• Must relate well to people and families.
• Emotionally mature and able to follow directions.
• Available to work flex hours from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (not more than four hours per day).
• Ability to operate office machines (copier, binder, laminator).
• Display a positive attitude while assisting in classroom and activities.
• Able to care for and understand young children and children with disabilities.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist Center Supervisor and staff with daily center activities, outings, field trips, and events.
• Assist in transporting students and parents to and from Head Start Centers and field trips.
• Assist with lunchroom or kitchen duties for meals and snacks as assigned.
• Assist with bus duties as assigned and required.
• Assist with field trips and classroom setup and organization.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for all children.

Skills

Work with children

Friendly personality

Relate to people

Emotional maturity

Flexible hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm)

Office machines operation

Positive attitude

Care for children with special needs

Tools

Copier

Binder

Laminator

Job description

TITLE:Floater/Custodian PROGRAM: Head Start

JOB SUMMARY:

To assist in overall center responsibilities such as: assisting Center Supervisor and staff in carrying out daily center activities, outing, field trips and special events. Also assist in transporting students and parents to and from Head Start Centers and field trips.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1.Promote a comprehensive pre-school early childhood program for Head Start children, families, and extended families, which include Family Service, Parent Involvement, Health, Nutrition, Education, Transition, and Disabilities and Mental Health.
• 2.Assists with clerical work and cleans up with staff supervision (listed below)
• 3.Assist in the implementation of daily lesson plans.
• 4.Assist in setting up and organizing the classroom.
• 5.Provide and assist in maintaining and developing a safe and healthy learning environment for all children, including children with disabilities.
• 6.Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• 7.Encourage parent participation in the classroom in special activities, in active learning and socialization.
• 8.Assist with lunchroom or kitchen duties for breakfast, lunch, and snacks, as assigned and required.
• 9.Assist with bus duties as assigned and required.
• 10.Assist with field trips.
• 11.Assist children with family style serving.
• 12.Assist with classroom clean-up, including bathroom.
• 13.Perform other duties as directed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS CUSTODIAN:

• 1.Sweep and mop center floors.
• 3.Clean classroom and bathrooms daily.
• 4.Empty garbage and trash cans daily.
• 5.Keep yard and playground areas free from litter.
• 6.Maintain a neat and orderly supply closet/cabinet.
• 7.Inform Center Coordinator of custodial supply needs.
• 8.Dust, wash windows, blinds and walls periodically (once every month).
• 9.Preform playground safety check using Bright from the Start (BFTS) checklist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Able to work with young children.
• 2. Friendly and with warm personality.
• 3. Must be able to relate easily to people.
• 4. Emotionally mature and Ability to follow directions.
• 5. Available to work flex hours from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Not to exceed four hours per day
• 6. Ability to operate office machines (copier, binder, laminator, etc.).
• 7. Display positive attitude.
• 8. Able to care and understand young children and children with special needs.