Center Support

STARFISH FAMILY SERVICES INC•Inkster, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center Support I or II offers support to ensure that the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Center runs efficiently. The primary focus areas will be assisting in the classroom and / or kitchen. Within the classroom assist in providing a well-organized, active learning environment, that is smooth functioning in which all children participate in the appropriate curriculum for the program. To provide daily support to classrooms including temporary coverage of staff absences, breaks and support children in daily activities. Kitchen support performs a variety of tasks including: preparing, serving, storing/transporting food, and keeping the kitchen area clean. Actively participates in menu planning and maintaining appropriate records related to position.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and / or reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

CDA preferred.
One year of previous experience working with pre-school aged children preferred.
Food handler's permit or Serve Safe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in providing a well-organized, active learning environment.
Provide daily support to classrooms including temporary coverage of staff absences and breaks.
Support children in daily activities.
Prepare, serve, store/transport food, and keep the kitchen area clean.
Actively participate in menu planning.
Maintain appropriate records related to position.
Obtain necessary components of meal to meet CACFP regulations.
Prepare and serve all food according to established guidelines.
Adhere to Head Start regulations and federal and state standards regarding food preparation and distribution.
Communicate effectively with staff, parents and children on CACFP program and Head Start performance standards.
Ensure children with food restrictions have appropriate food substitutions.
Ensure site has snacks, i.e. pick up from main kitchen weekly.