Classroom/Kitchen Aide

Rural Resources Community Action•Newport, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re pleased to announce an opportunity for the position of Classroom/Kitchen Aide within the Head Start Department. This is a Full Time position located in Newport, WA. The role works under the close supervision of education staff to assist in conducting the activities of an early childhood program. It implements trauma-informed practices that support social-emotional learning and self-regulation in the classroom. The aide is responsible for providing a safe environment with active supervision of all children, food preparation and kitchen duties (which may include shopping), and housekeeping, cleaning, and maintenance duties. The position may also require fulfilling the role of Bus Monitor in some locations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Reliable transportation
First Aid & Infant/Child CPR (within 30 days of hire)
Food Worker’s Card (within 30 days of hire)
Acceptable criminal background check
Physical exam within three weeks of hire (employee expense)
TB test results prior to employment (with allowable exemptions)
Documentation of MMR immunity, vaccination, or medical exemption
Resume Required

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with preschool or elementary-aged children

Responsibilities

Assists teachers in implementing daily classroom activities and active supervision, both inside the classroom and during outside time.
Assists in physical preparation of classroom, moving furniture, rugs, classroom materials, set-up of bulletin boards and displays, etc.
Housekeeping, cleaning and maintenance duties, which include: preparing cleaning solutions, laundry, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, disinfecting sinks and bathrooms, sanitizing tables and classroom materials; deep cleaning of classrooms, kitchens and storage areas; outside playground maintenance, clean up and organization, etc.
Preparation of classroom meals. This includes food preparation, serving, clean-up and required mealtime paperwork. Shopping and transporting of food may also be required.
Engages with groups of children during some classroom activities, using developmentally appropriate communication and following child guidance policies and procedures, both inside the classroom and during outside time.
Assists with preparation of materials, organizing materials before and after activities, and ensuring proper storage of materials.
Assists teacher in addressing children's individual needs by providing individualized attention for children, as assigned.