Head Start Site Aide

Jefferson County; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

Jefferson County Head Start is seeking a Part-Time Site Aide to provide flexible classroom, kitchen, and operational support across five Head Start sites. The role includes assisting with daily staffing, classroom routines, meal service, inventory, and site readiness.

Schedule is about 30 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:30 pm, with roles across Arvada and neighboring sites. A personal vehicle is required for site travel; background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.
• Experience in early childhood, food service, custodial, operational support, or related environments preferred.
• Ability to meet physical demands (standing, lifting >35 lbs) and flex with shifting site needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom, kitchen, and operational support across Head Start sites.
• Assist with daily staffing coverage and classroom routines.
• Support meal service, inventory, sanitation, and site readiness.
• Maintain clean, organized classrooms and shared spaces; ensure safety and licensing compliance.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Early childhood experience

Basic math

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 08/24/26 Division: Head Start Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30 Benefit Eligibility: This position is non-benefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month.

Part-Time! No weekends! Professional development and growth opportunities! As part of Jefferson County’s Head Start department, the Head Start Site Aide is responsible for providing flexible classroom, kitchen, and operational support across Jefferson County Head Start sites to ensure continuity of services, safe learning environments, and smooth daily operations. This position supports daily staffing coverage needs across five program sites and assists with classroom routines, food service support, site cleanliness, inventory support, and operational readiness. Works closely with teaching, operations, and kitchen staff to support children, families, and program services.

About Head Start: Head Start is a no cost, all-inclusive, child-focused, and family-centered early-childhood program for children ages 0-5. A range of individualized services in the areas of education, early childhood development, medical, dental, mental health, nutrition, family support, and parent education. We strive to provide equitable and inclusive services and support to the diverse community we serve.

Check out our video, Scratch Cooking at Jefferson County Head Start: https://youtu.be/RRBr-QjBmAU

SCHEDULE:

This position is a temporary, non-benefited position that will be scheduled to work approximately 30 hours/week, up to 130 hours per month, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:30 pm. Six positions are available. Four of these positions are school year only positions that work August-May; two of the positions are year round. Primary location: Arvada Head Start (3 positions); Patterson Head Start (1 position); 11th Ave Head Start (1 position); Wheat Ridge Head Start (1 position).

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $19.89– $20.00 USD Hourly. Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS:

• Employees are able to earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Support classroom coverage needs across five Jefferson County Head Start sites based on daily staffing and operational needs, including receiving day-of assignments and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Assist teachers in creating and maintaining nurturing relationships with children and families while ensuring licensing requirements and active supervision practices are met.
• Assist children in following classroom routines and provide support for teacher breaks, child restroom needs, meal support, and short-term classroom coverage as needed.
• Support kitchen operations, including meal preparation support, food service, meal delivery, sanitation practices, and kitchen clean-up in alignment with food safety procedures and program requirements.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, stocking, and putting away inventory and supplies at assigned sites.
• Maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of classrooms, shared spaces, kitchens, storage areas, bathrooms, and site environments.
• Support operational needs and daily site readiness, including responding to emergent support needs and helping maintain safe, organized, clean, and welcoming environments.
• Work effectively in fast-paced environments requiring movement between classrooms, kitchens, outdoor spaces, and operational support functions while maintaining safety, organization, and responsiveness.
• Maintain flexibility and adaptability in supporting varying site conditions, coverage needs, and program priorities as directed by the Center Operations Supervisor.
• Attend and participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and events, as needed.
• Adhere to all Head Start policies, procedures, performance standards, and any applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: None
• Experience: None
• Certifications/Licenses: None

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.
• Experience working in early childhood, food service, custodial, operational support, or related environments preferred.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving supplies and materials throughout the workday.
• Being a reliable team player who is flexible/adaptable.
• Basic math skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Passionate about the education of young children.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

• Experience and comfort working in dynamic environments that include classroom support, kitchen support, and operational duties across multiple sites.
• Must have a personal vehicle that can be used to travel between five program sites (three in Lakewood, one in Arvada, and one in Wheat Ridge) based on daily coverage needs.
• Mileage will be reimbursed using the IRS standard mileage reimbursement rate.
• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of CBI and FBI criminal history, sex offender registry check, child abuse and neglect records check, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• Candidates with convictions related to child abuse, crimes of violence, unlawful sexual behavior, physical assault or battery, and domestic violence will be disqualified.
• Please reference the Colorado Department of Early Childhood’s website for full details on disqualifying crimes Background Checks | Colorado Department of Early Childhood Must have training on: universal precautions, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and food safety certification within the first 30 days of hire.
• Must obtain physical examination and tuberculosis test at hire.
• Must be able to carry/lift loads greater than 35 pounds and transport up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• 100% of time spent standing and walking.
• The physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations for this position include: Standing/walking for entire shift, frequently carrying/lifting loads greater than 35 pounds, and occasionally transporting up to 50 pounds.
• This position is temporary (summers off), with the possibility of renewal each school year.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer for every position.

Accommodations Statement:

We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

Perjury Statement:

Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in Section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.

Background Checks:

Background Checks | Colorado Department of Early Childhood Must have training on: universal precautions, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and food safety certification within the first 30 days of hire.

Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity or any other status protected by Federal or State law.