Head Start Health & Nutrition Classroom Assistant

Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois; Havana (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois is hiring a Classroom Assistant to support in a Head Start classroom with a health and nutrition focus. Responsibilities include planning weekly health/nutrition lessons, assisting with meals, and using Conscious Discipline with children.

The role requires meeting DCFS requirements, a high school diploma or GED, and CPR/First Aid certification. You will collaborate with the Head Start Teacher, maintain health records, and participate in trainings

Qualifications

• Meets DCFS requirements for Early Childhood Assistants.
• Fingerprints and background checks completed as required.
• High School diploma or GED; some college in early childhood preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement weekly lessons in health and nutrition and monthly cooking experiences.
• Complete bus monitor responsibilities.
• Prepare meals and snacks per Head Start Standards and family-style meals.
• Interact with children using Conscious Discipline.
• Assist with inventory and health/education records.
• Support health screenings/assessments and recruitment activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and health files.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and in-service hours as required.

Skills

Conscious Discipline

Health & Nutrition Planning

Child Interaction

Documentation

Education

DCFS requirements knowledge

CDA preferred

High School diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois is hiring a Classroom Assistant to support in a Head Start classroom with a health and nutrition focus. Responsibilities include planning weekly health/nutrition lessons, assisting with meals, and using Conscious Discipline with children.

The role requires meeting DCFS requirements, a high school diploma or GED, and CPR/First Aid certification. You will collaborate with the Head Start Teacher, maintain health records, and participate in trainings