HS - ON-CALL CLASSROOM AIDE

Community Services Consortium • LINCOLN CITY, OR

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About The Position

The On-Call Head Start Classroom Aide assists with classroom activities, meal service, and maintaining clean and sanitary classrooms and the site. The position reports to and works under the general supervision of the Head Start Education Supervisor, with guidance from a Teacher 2/Advocate and Teaching Assistant. It is non-supervisory, though the aide may train and orient newly assigned personnel.

The aide supports classroom preparation and child monitoring, helps prepare lunch and snacks, and follows food safety and sanitation requirements. The role also includes scheduled daily cleaning, participation in required training, development of professional goals and a training plan in consultation with the Education Supervisor, and other assigned work. The position requires a professional, courteous manner, effective teamwork, and regular attendance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to work with young children in an accepting, positive manner.
• Ability to work as a team with educational staff and work with low-income families.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation and housekeeping procedures and good personal hygiene habits.
• Ability to organize and complete duties in a timely manner.
• Food Handler’s Certificate, First Aid certification, and CPR certification required; Head Start provides training for certification.
• Health verification form completion and registration with the Criminal History Registry are required before hire.
• Must pass a criminal history background investigation; a conviction does not necessarily disqualify an applicant.
• Must be willing to obtain additional training as requested.
• Ability to bend, stoop, move, or lift supplies, equipment, and children weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish/English ability is desirable.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Oregon driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare classroom materials, monitor children, and help maintain a safe and sanitary environment as assigned by the Teacher 2/Advocate.
• Assist with preparing lunch and snacks.
• Help ensure kitchen and food service practices meet Health Department requirements for safe and sanitary food conditions, including proper food temperature and storage.
• Complete scheduled daily cleaning, including sanitizing classroom materials; vacuuming carpets; sweeping and mopping floors; cleaning and sanitizing toilets, counters, and sinks; emptying garbage; and sweeping outside entrances, porches, and sidewalks.
• Participate in required training.
• Develop professional work goals and a training plan in consultation with the Education Supervisor.
• Maintain a professional and courteous manner and work effectively with employees and the general public.
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to working hours.
• Accept and perform other assigned work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED