Classroom Aide (Head Start)

JOB TITLE: Classroom Aide

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt Employee

REPORTS TO: Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Works directly under the Head Start teacher in administering the Head Start Performance Standards and DCFS Licensing Standards and implementing the program’s policies and procedures.

· Maintains an effective working relationship with supervisor(s), staff, Head Start children, and families.

· Assists classroom staff in providing developmentally appropriate activities as instructed by teaching staff, promotes health, nutrition, and education of the children, and attends to their safety and welfare.

· Assists teaching staff in maintaining an efficient and effective record-keeping system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum education attainment: High school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED).

• Must meet the agency, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and IL Department of Child and Family Services applicable requirements for position.

1. Complete and pass pre-employment physical, obtain current (within past 6 months) 2-step TB test results, provide immunizations records that reflect 2 doses of MMR (mumps, rubella, and measles) and one Tdap (within last 7 years), and continue to complete on-going health testing as required by program.

2. Furnish written information regarding any criminal convictions, submit to fingerprinting, and comply to and pass a background check before initial hire and every five years thereafter.

3. Obtain and maintain current CPR and first aid certification within 90 days of hire.

4. Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have or be willing to obtain/maintain Food Sanitation Certification.

· Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to get along with children, parents, and other co-workers.

· Organization and problem-solving skills required.

· Must perform all duties in a timely and professional manner.

· Must be punctual and maintain good work attendance.

· Must have the ability to work as a team player and maintain a positive work environment with co-workers.

· Must have the ability to operate a personal computer and software to access electronic mail and word processing programs.

· Must demonstrate maturity and self-motivation.

· Must possess a positive and professional image.

· Must have reliable transportation to travel to/from work, meetings, and other work activities.

· Continues professional growth by participating in training programs and workshops/ conferences as budget allows and as applicable to position.

· Must support the mission, goals and objectives of Head Start and C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16