Head Start Classroom Aide

Clackamas County Children's Commission•Canby, OR

About The Position

The Classroom Aide assists the Teacher and Assistant Teacher in providing and coordinating classroom services for families enrolled in the assigned classroom. The aide supports high-quality early childhood education, helps carry out classroom activities and lesson plans, and helps ensure agency policies and procedures are followed. The position has no direct reports and reports to the Education Manager, while also taking direction from the Teacher. Continuation of the position is contingent upon future funding.

Requirements

U.S. high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Ability to apply a positive behavior intervention and support (PBIS) approach to directing and redirecting child behavior.
Ability to interact positively with families from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
Ability to use time effectively and work with minimal direct supervision.
Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insured vehicle available for work, or have alternative transportation.
Ability to comply with the State of Oregon Criminal Background Registry.
Ability to possess and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Food Handler’s Card.

Nice To Haves

Current Child Development Associate (CDA), or ability to complete a CDA within one year of hire.
Knowledge of child development.
Experience working with children ages three to five.

Responsibilities

Assist the Teacher and Assistant Teacher in carrying out daily classroom activities and schedules.
Assist the Teacher with following through on and evaluating the daily lesson plan.
Help ensure the class has needed materials and supplies.
Assist with entering child behavior observation notes for individualization.
Participate in Open House and other class and center events.
Use a positive behavior intervention and support (PBIS) approach to direct and guide children.
Participate in bus monitor training and act as a bus monitor if needed.
Help maintain the classroom in a neat, safe, and clutter-free manner.
Provide child care at Family Gatherings if needed.
Assist with preparing meals in accordance with CACFP and program guidelines.
Arrive punctually and actively participate in required activities, meetings, and trainings.
Act as a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member; maintain a professional work image.
Follow position-related and program policies and procedures, including procedures for reporting and documenting suspected child abuse or neglect.
Comply with the agency Code of Conduct and maintain appropriate confidentiality.
Develop professional work goals and a training plan in consultation with a supervisor, and participate in training as requested.