Head Start Part-Time Floater (St. Paul)

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Start Part-Time Floater works under the supervision of the Center Director and may be assigned to perform duties in classroom assisting, nutrition, custodial, and clerical roles. The role is crucial in supporting the overall operations of the Head Start program, ensuring that all aspects of early childhood development, nutrition, and facility maintenance are adequately met. This position requires flexibility and the ability to adapt to various tasks and locations within CCANO Head Start/Early Head Start centers as needed. The organization is committed to helping neighbors meet immediate needs and face long-term challenges, stewarding resources with transparency and efficiency to create a community where everyone can live with dignity and hope. Impelled by the love and teaching of Jesus Christ, CCANO collaborates to offer life-giving programs, advocate for the voiceless, and empower the vulnerable to foster a just society.

Requirements

Knowledge of early childhood growth and development, as well as Early Childhood Education and best practices.
Ability to communicate proficiently in English with children, families, staff and community agencies and partners.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction and make mathematical computations and tabulations.
Ability to operate modern office equipment (computer, fax, scanner, copier).
Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and the internet.
Knowledge of special needs of families and aware of ways to effectively communicate and assist them.
Ability to be a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect.
Ability to pass a physical exam and TB (Tuberculosis test) yearly.
High School Diploma, CDA, or an equivalent to a CDA
Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years Early Childhood experience strongly preferred
Ability to work continuously toward an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Responsibilities

Manage the classroom to ensure all areas of Early Childhood Development Practices are met.
Encourage children to initiate activities, solve problems, explore, experiment, question, and learn by doing.
Prepare food as planned by the Nutrition Coordinator/Consultant and assist in the implementation of family style service of meals.
Modify menus according to the special dietary needs of children.
Follow the regular cleaning schedule/duties as a custodian.
Create and maintain a developmentally appropriate learning environment using the Frog Street Curriculum and Head Start Child Outcomes Framework.
Implement lesson plans developed by the permanent teacher (short-term substitutes) or develop lesson plans for individual, small group, and large group instruction, including IEP/IFSP goals (long-term substitutes).
Observe, document, and monitor children's progress through anecdotal notes, Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG), DRDP documentation, quarterly checkpoints, and parent conferences, as applicable.
Ensure classroom and playground activities are developmentally appropriate, inclusive of children with special needs, and culturally responsive.
Follow the daily classroom schedule, balancing child-initiated and teacher-directed activities.
Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with families during daily interactions.
Maintain a safe, healthy, and sanitary classroom by conducting daily health inspections, monitoring safety, completing accident reports, and following hygiene procedures.
Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with CACFP standards, approved menus, and prescribed special diets.
Ensure proper food preparation, storage, inventory management, and compliance with environmental health requirements.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, equipment, food storage areas, and waste disposal.
Perform routine cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, restroom sanitation, and replenishing supplies.
Maintain clean and orderly facilities by removing trash and ensuring compliance with State Licensing Regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, and agency policies and procedures.
Work in another position and at another CCANO Head Start/Early Head Start center when needed.