Head Start Site Aide

Jefferson County•Wheat Ridge, CO

1d•$20 - $25

About The Position

As part of Jefferson County’s Head Start department, the Head Start Site Aide is responsible for supporting with a variety of day-to-day tasks that support overall functioning of classrooms, food service, cleanliness and safety, and any other program needs. About Head Start: Head Start is a no cost, all-inclusive, child-focused, and family-centered early-childhood program for children ages 0-5. A range of individualized services in the areas of education, early childhood development, medical, dental, mental health, nutrition, family support, and parent education. We strive to provide equitable and inclusive services and support to the diverse community we serve. Check out our video, Scratch Cooking at Jefferson County Head Start: https://youtu.be/RRBr-QjBmAU Head Start offers opportunities for on-site professional development scheduled during work hours, a team-oriented program that assists with providing the best service for our families, and individualized coaching. SCHEDULE: This position is a temporary, non-benefited position that will be scheduled to work approximately 20-30 hours/week, up to 130 hours per month, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 1:00 pm. Primary location: Wheat Ridge

Requirements

None

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required
Experience in food service (a plus but not necessary)
Being a reliable team player who is flexible/adaptable
Basic math skills
Excellent customer service skills
Awareness of local, state and federal food safety and sanitation laws, understanding of proper use and maintenance of major kitchen equipment and commitment to quality service (We will provide training in this area.)
Passionate about the education of young children

Responsibilities

Assisting with meal preparation for Head Start children, including portioning food according to the Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, ensuring proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature controls at all times, preparing, organizing, and distributing meals and snacks to classrooms in a timely manner
Maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen and storage areas, including dishes, equipment/tools, walk-ins, refrigeration, freezers, dry storage, and laundry
Organizing and putting away inventory (e.g. art supplies, office supplies, diapers)
Reading and responding to emails and other communications
Occasional child-care for Head Start children, including actively supervising children, participating in classroom activities, and providing support to children in various learning and play activities
Adherence to all Head Start Policies and Procedures and Performance Standards, as well as any other local, state and/or federal laws