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Early Learning Specialist I

Northwest Educational Service District 189
Anacortes, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/24/2026
Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Under direct supervision, assists with the preparation and serving of food items for individuals served; performs cleaning and maintenance work in the food service area; assists with the stocking of feed items.

Minimum Requirements

Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak and follow oral and written English instructions. Requires knowledge of basic weights and measures associated with large scale food preparation. Physical ability to operate and/or use a dish machine, blenders, coffee urns, toasters, microwave ovens, knives, serving utensils, etc., spend 80% to 100% of a work day preparing or serving food and cleaning in an ever changing environment; push/pull carts to transport items; lift and carry up to thirty pounds; perform tasks standing and/or walking 95% of a working day; work in an environment subject to many temperature extremes and humidity variations (including slippery floors), due to walk-in freezers and refrigerators, and no summer air conditioning. Prefer certificate in food service sanitation.

Work Hours & Location/Agency Contact

Choate Mental Health & Developmental Center

1000 North Main Street

Anna, IL 62906

Location: Dietary Department

Hours: 1:00p-9:00p Wednesday-Sunday (Monday & Tues. Off)

Contact: Tammy Tellor, Human Resources Representative

618.833.5161 Ext. 2486

Current employees will need to submit a bid form and completed CMS 100 Employment Application to the address listed above. Non-state employees must apply below.

How to Apply

Click Here for Applicant Information and Grading Procedures

This position may require a current grade from Central Management Services (CMS), Division of Examining and Counseling, to be deemed qualified and available for employment consideration. For more information, please refer to the Work4Illinois website at Work.Illinois.Gov and select 'Application Procedures'. Additional information may also be obtained from the Agency Contact listed above or by contacting CMS, Division of Examining and Counseling at Work4Illinois@Illinois.gov or (217) 782-7100, (217) 785-3979 (TDD/TTY), (800) 526-0844 (TTY Only).

Additional Documentation For Support Service Worker

Class Specification

Additional Title and Exam Information

Test Information Guide

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NOTE: Salary amounts shown are only to be used as a guide; actual salary will be determined at the time of hire based on current salary plans and/or collective bargaining agreements, if applicable.

Benefits For State Employees

State of Illinois employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to vacation and sick leave days and a generous retirement plan, the State of Illinois offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:

Healthcare Benefits

The State offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. Illinois has long been committed to providing employees with the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value.

Retirement Benefits

In addition to health and dental insurance programs, state employees are offered a generous pension program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits such as holidays, annual leave and sick leave.

Visit our Illinois Benefits website to see a more detailed summary of other benefits which are available to state employees.

Note: The above benefits are available to most state employees with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary, part-time and student worker positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits.

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