HS Tch Aide

KCEOC Community Action Partnership; Kentucky; On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

KCEOC Community Action Partnership is seeking a dedicated individual to assist the Head Start Teacher in delivering a center-based curriculum for 3–5 year olds at Gray's Knob Center, Grays Knob, KY. The role supports school readiness and requires collaboration with staff and families.

Responsibilities include implementing standards, maintaining records, participating in trainings, and ensuring a safe, age-appropriate learning environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDAD or equivalent education/experience acceptable.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in implementing a center-based curriculum for 3–5 year olds.
• Promote school readiness and use Head Start Performance Standards.
• Support EHS/HS program services for children 0–5 years old.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of families.
• Complete required paperwork and reports timely.
• Attend trainings and self-assessments as required.
• Coordinate with staff, parents, and volunteers to deliver services.
• Assist with daily routines and classroom activities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDAD or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Gray's Knob Center – Grays Knob, KY 40829

Position Type: Contract Full‑Time

Education Level: High School Diploma or GED

Salary Range: $14.00

Travel Percentage: Occasionally

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Child Development Head Start

Full‑time position assisting the Teacher in providing services and implementing a planned center‑based curriculum for 3‑5 year old children.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge of and implement the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Promote school readiness for all children.
• Have an understanding of the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
• Work cooperatively with other Child Development staff in planning, integration, and implementation of EHS/HS program services for children 0 to 5 years of age.
• Become competent in the use of designated computer programs and use them properly in the operations of the Child Development Program.
• Compile designated reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in the annual program self‑assessment process.
• Gain a working knowledge of all programs operated by KCEOC for the purpose of providing information, making referrals and delivering integrated services to clients.
• Preserve the privacy of all children and families enrolled in KCEOC’s Child Development Program by maintaining confidentiality and security of family information.
• Generate an appropriate amount of non‑federal share (in‑kind) that is reasonable and necessary for the operation of the Child Development Program.
• Obtain the annual required number of Child Development training hours per local, state and federal regulations through KCEOC’s Pre‑service Training.
• Maintain certification by a recognized source such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross in CPR and First Aid Safety.
• Assist the Teacher in providing services to Head Start children in a center‑based setting, implementing a planned classroom curriculum for developmentally appropriate activities, carrying out daily activities, and completing required paperwork in a timely, accurate fashion.
• Participate and offer suggestions in conferences, meetings, training, and recruitment activities.
• Encourage parent participation in child development and educational experiences.
• Work cooperatively with all staff, parents, and volunteers; respond to the challenge of providing integrated comprehensive services.
• Assist Family Child Advocates in assessing and meeting the needs of enrolled children and their families, ensuring timely communication between advocates, teachers, and parents.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and age‑appropriate learning environment.
• Assist children with daily routines such as hand washing and tooth brushing.
• Assist with mealtime duties such as setting the table, serving, eating, and cleaning up.
• Consult with the teacher to understand acceptable methods for handling discipline concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate Degree or comparable secondary education and work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation.