Head Start CDL Instructional Assistant - Mason County
About The Position
The Head Start CDL Instructional Assistant performs instructional tasks to support the teacher, individual children's goals and objectives, and the classroom environment. The role assists with curriculum implementation, daily classroom activities, child progress assessment, family and community connections, Individualized Education Programs, and maintaining a safe and healthy environment. The assistant also drives or monitors Head Start buses as requested and completes at least 15 hours of allowable professional development annually. This is a regular part-time position based in a classroom. Workdays and hours are planned in advance and provided at the beginning of each program year; schedule flexibility is required, and management may make permanent or temporary schedule changes to meet agency needs. Travel is primarily local during the business day, with possible out-of-area travel upon notice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Degree.
- Obtain a valid Class C Commercial Driver's License with a PS endorsement within 60 days of employment.
- Complete an approved CDL physical exam.
- Have a valid Kentucky driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Pass satisfactory background checks.
- Pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing as required.
- Maintain state-required minimum vehicle liability insurance and uninsured motorist insurance.
- Complete any other testing or applicable checks required by local, state, or federal law.
- Demonstrate ethics and integrity, attention to detail, organizational understanding, professionalism, problem-solving, reliability, and tact.
- Meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 75 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Child Development Associate credential.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers with classroom curriculum, including natural play and hands-on experiences that reflect children's individual learning styles.
- Attend assigned meetings, events, and training.
- Apply knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
- Assist with daily activities, including instruction, diapering and toileting, napping, and mealtimes.
- Help maintain a comprehensive system for assessing and tracking children's progress.
- Work with parents to support home-school connections by sharing information about curriculum and school readiness.
- Maintain proactive and supportive relationships with community partners.
- Help maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment and keep children safe.
- Assist with implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Comply with Head Start Performance Standards and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
- Work collaboratively with the teacher.
- Drive or monitor Head Start buses as requested.
- Complete at least 15 clock hours of allowable professional development annually.
Benefits
- Paid leave
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- CERS Retirement
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
