What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Classroom Aide position at West River Head Start?
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Head Start is hiring a reliable, adaptable person to join our team Be a driving force in keeping our center running smoothly. Duties include grocery shopping, prep/setup for meals and snack, bus duty, ordering supplies, and assisting in the classroom. This is a full-time position offering comprehensive benefits with a supportive team environment.
Apply ASAP. Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received.
Details for Support Services Opening in New Salem
- Pay is $17.00/hour
- Full-time during the school year. If interested, summer hours may be available through HIT, Inc.
- Requires high school diploma or GED.
- Requires a valid driver's license.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. (No visa sponsorships considered).
- Applicant may obtain CDL to drive small school bus. Head Start pays for the CDL course through Harlow's.
- Full-Time: 40 hours per week.
- Annual Term: Approximately 9 months (Mid-August to Mid-May). Enjoy your summers off (Summer employment opportunities may be available through HIT, Inc.)
- Classroom Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.
- Prep/Training Day: Wednesdays are dedicated to preparation and professional development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist the teacher and teacher assistant in a classroom of 3 to 5 year olds.
- Prep for breakfast and snack time. Set up for lunch at the elementary school.
- Maintain a clean, safe learning environment and facility.
- Check playground for safety concerns.
- Grocery shopping.
- Learn CACFP requirements and attend required training
- Clean staff vehicles and bus as needed.
- Pass CPR, First Aid, and CDL (if required)
- Drive bus routes, if applicable.
- Regularly required to walk up/down stairs (classroom is in the church basement); stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or sit on the floor while interacting with the students. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Our program offers a variety of benefits to cover you and your family.
- ICHRA Medical Plans (single, single plus dependents, or family plan options)
- Dental insurance - BCBS VSP Vision (single or family plan options)
- Vision insurance - BCBS VSP Vision (single or family plan options)
- Life AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 401 (k) with 6% match (after 1 year)
- EAP through ComPsych
- Voluntary Benefits Include: Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Tell us about your experience that would relate to this position.
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New Salem, ND Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17