Head Start Classroom Aide - PT

WCCA is seeking a P/T Classroom Aide to join our Head Start team in Howard Lake, MN to work 3 hours a day, Monday-Thursday who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. You will be responsible to assist in the implementation of program activities, including the daily tasks that establish the foundation for a healthy and safe environment for Head Start preschool children.

Job Summary:

As part of the WCCA team, all employees work to help us achieve our mission. By working together, we will fulfill the Agency’s goals as set forth in our strategic plan. We strive for continuous improvement and are helped along that path through the use of the Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA) data system. ROMA helps us in many areas including assessment, planning, implementation, achievement of results, and evaluation. We seek outcomes that align with individual program standards, national ROMA goals and the National Community Action Partnership.

The purpose of the Classroom Aide is to assist in the implementation of program activities, including the daily routine tasks that establish the basic foundation for a healthy and safe environment for Head Start children.

Education and Experience:

· High School Diploma or equivalent, or enrolled in a GED program.

· Must be currently working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), have obtained a CDA, Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree. Those that are working on their Child Development Associate Credential must obtain it within 2 years of being hired.

· Experience or ability to work with pre-school children.

Required Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.

· Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and Applicant Background Studies.

· Experience/ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children.

· Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.

· Access to reliable transportation.

· Must be able to utilize and operate computers in child activities.

· Must be able to act as bus monitor.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

· Ensure that the center site is maintained in accordance with local, state and national program standards and licensing requirements

· Follow all sanitation guidelines by washing, cleaning and sanitizing all food related surfaces, utensils and flooring

· Empty all trash receptacles

· Set up/tear down center equipment

· Purchase all required groceries

· Maintain proper storage of food and utensils

· Serve breakfast/lunch/snack family-style to children

· Complete all CACFP food paperwork in a timely manner

· Maintain staff ratio at all times when children are present.

· Interact with children in a positive proactive manner.

· Conduct/assist with tooth brushing, use of restroom, and hand washing activities.

· Assist Center Teacher with implementation and monitoring of center activities.

· Assist with health, nutritional, and developmental observation/assessment and attendance documentation.

· Act as a bus monitor on assigned routes.

· Maintain confidentiality at all times

· Attend and participate in assigned job related meeting and functions including center, program and agency staff meeting and training assist in maintaining student files and computerized and manual documentation necessary to program operations

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.13 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19