Teacher Aide/Janitor
About The Position
Perform the duties of the Head Start Teacher Aide, including: assist APIA Head Start Teacher as requested to implement daily lesson plans; preparation and clean-up of activities, special projects, etc.; teach children appropriate health, dental, and other lessons as directed by the Lead Teacher; provide opportunities for children to develop self-mastery skills; provide safe environment for children by supervising them at all times, indoors and out; and use of appropriate discipline/guidance techniques, including redirection, acknowledgment of appropriate behavior, and setting reasonable limits. Maintain paperwork and files; conduct home visit/parent/teacher conferences. Provide routine required maintenance and upkeep to the Head Start building and outdoor area, appliances, furnace, and safety equipment. Maintain center and outdoor areas free of debris, unsafe equipment, unguarded heaters, and dangerous substances. Maintain documentation of for sanitation and Fire Marshall visits, prepare for sanitation and Fire Marshall inspections, and sanitation checklists. Pick up all materials shipped to Head Start, check invoices, and complete a yearly inventory with all staff. Report to the Lead Teacher daily to ensure a safe and secure environment for the 3-5 year old children in Head Start care.
Requirements
- At least 19 years of age with a high school diploma/GED
- Physically/mentally able to work with young children and their families
- Willingness to be trained in the field of early childhood development and to engage in appropriate topical reading and individual work
- Willing to achieve a Child Development Associate (CDA) preschool teaching credential within 2 years of hire
- At least one year of experience as maintenance/janitor or able to be trained to meet stringent standards
- Upon date of hire, must provide documentation of current TB test and Hepatitis screening/vaccination status
- Pre-employment physical examination
- Criminal history background clearance and be willing to obtain a CPR and First Aid Certification
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience working with groups of children as a child care provider in home/center and/or volunteering in a Head Start program is preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist APIA Head Start Teacher as requested to implement daily lesson plans
- Preparation and clean-up of activities, special projects, etc.
- Teach children appropriate health, dental, and other lessons as directed by the Lead Teacher
- Provide opportunities for children to develop self-mastery skills
- Provide safe environment for children by supervising them at all times, indoors and out
- Use appropriate discipline/guidance techniques, including redirection, acknowledgment of appropriate behavior, and setting reasonable limits
- Maintain paperwork and files
- Conduct home visit/parent/teacher conferences
- Provide routine required maintenance and upkeep to the Head Start building and outdoor area, appliances, furnace, and safety equipment
- Maintain center and outdoor areas free of debris, unsafe equipment, unguarded heaters, and dangerous substances
- Maintain documentation of for sanitation and Fire Marshall visits
- Prepare for sanitation and Fire Marshall inspections, and sanitation checklists
- Pick up all materials shipped to Head Start, check invoices, and complete a yearly inventory with all staff
- Report to the Lead Teacher daily to ensure a safe and secure environment for the 3-5 year old children in Head Start care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
