Head Start Preschool Aide - Classroom & Meals Support

Mt. Hood Community College; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Hood Community College is seeking a dedicated assistant to support day-to-day operations of the Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs.

The role involves working across multiple classrooms, covering staff during breaks, assisting with meal services, and providing basic administrative support to ensure smooth center operations. You will follow all agency and licensing policies while helping uphold safety, learning routines, and positive interactions with children.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out oral and written directions, read, write and speak sufficiently to fulfill duties.
• Experience working with the College's community, students, and employees.
• Bilingual skills in English and another language preferred.
• Must be enrolled in the Oregon Central Background Registry prior to start and maintained.
• Post-offer fitness for duty evaluation within 30 days (TB screening and health appraisal).
• Complete DELC licensing within 30 days of hire.
• Must possess or obtain Infant/Child First Aid/CPR within 60 days.
• Must possess or obtain Food Handlers Certificate within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start operations across multiple classrooms.
• Provide classroom coverage for staff breaks and planning.
• Support meal services and basic administrative tasks.
• Follow agency and licensing policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Assist with preparing activities, maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance as required.
• Assist with supervising and ensuring children’s safety and positive interactions.
• Administer medications and diapers as needed.
• Participate on committees and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Experience with college community

Job description

Mt. Hood Community College is seeking a dedicated assistant to support day-to-day operations of the Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start programs.

The role involves working across multiple classrooms, covering staff during breaks, assisting with meal services, and providing basic administrative support to ensure smooth center operations. You will follow all agency and licensing policies while helping uphold safety, learning routines, and positive interactions with children.