Head Start Substitute: Versatile Classroom & Family Support

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Woodbury (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency is seeking a Substitute to support a Head Start center in Woodbury, TN. The role spans classroom, food service, and family service tasks, with responsibilities including lesson planning, front-line student support, and meal preparation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with families and staff, adherence to Head Start standards, and participation in trainings and meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; CDA credential preferred.
• Experience with children ages 0-5.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning daily lessons and activities.
• Assume major classroom responsibilities as requested and as expertise is gained.
• Keep parents informed through conferences, letters, newsletters, anecdotal notes, and telephone calls.
• Assist with preparation and cleanup of all meals; eat meals with the children.
• Assist in all cleaning duties of both the classroom and the center as requested or required.
• Provide food service assistance in the absence of the Food Service Technician.
• Assist with parent meetings or trainings.
• Recruit children for the Head Start and Early Head Start Programs.
• Attend meetings, team meetings, committees, workshops, and trainings as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA credential preferred

Job description

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency is seeking a Substitute to support a Head Start center in Woodbury, TN. The role spans classroom, food service, and family service tasks, with responsibilities including lesson planning, front-line student support, and meal preparation.

The position emphasizes collaboration with families and staff, adherence to Head Start standards, and participation in trainings and meetings.