Head Start Individual Classroom Aide

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/EOE Compliant

Overview

The Individual Classroom Aide provides one-on-one monitoring for an assigned child with special development needs to assure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and DCFS Licensing Standards. Assist with child’s integration into daily classroom routine.

Essential Job Functions

• Interact with children in a developmentally appropriate manner using positive discipline techniques.
• Assist with documentation of anecdotal records of child.
• Follow IEP goals for children with disabilities, if needed.
• Complete progress reports on assigned children.
• Maintain effective and positive communication with children, families, staff, volunteers, and professionals in the community.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information regarding children, families, and staff.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, workshops, and conferences.
• Document at least 15 hours of in-service training annually.
• Assist in recruitment of children.
• Support School Readiness and the Parent, Family and Community Engagement process to ensure participation of children and families, as directed.
• Perform any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values.

Education and Experience

• Must meet DCFS qualifications of Early Childhood Assistant (Section 407.100 & 407.150) High School diploma or equivalent required
• Successfully complete fingerprint and background check as required by 89 Ill. Adm. Code 385, Background Checks (Section 407.110)
• Experience in a day care or pre-school is preferred
• Must successfully complete CPR, First Aid and any other certification deemed necessary for the operation of the site.
• Must be physically able to lift 50 pounds and assist children as needed.
• Illinois State ID and reliable transportation required. A valid Illinois Driver’s license and insurance preferred.

Benefits

• Major Medical Plan. Community Action will pay a percentage of a monthly medical premium.
• Employee Term Life Insurance up to $30,000 depending on age, spousal coverage (up to age 70) for $10,000 and/or child coverage (up to age 26) for $2,500 per child.
• Dental and Vision Insurance Plan (Employer paid for the employee, employees can choose to add on dependents at their own expense.)
• 403-b Retirement plan (after 1-year CAPCIL will match up to 3%)
• Annual Leave (2 weeks available after 90-day probationary period, prorated based on hire date and increases with continued employment)
• 3 Personal Days (Available on your first day and prorated based on hire date)
• Sick Leave (accrues at the rate of 4 hours per pay period for Full-Time and 2 hours per pay period for Part Time)
• 18 Paid Holidays (Including your birthday)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Canton, IL 61520: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16