Head StartPre-K Food Service Aide in Berkeley County

Employment Term:Part-Time/As Needed

Please note: Part-time/as needed EPIC Head Start staff do not work when assigned locations are closed due to breaks in the school calendar holidays inclement weather remote learning or any other reason when those events fall within the employment dates shown on the employees annual employment letter.

Salary: $15.00 per hour NTE 30 hours per week

Position Overview: EPIC Head Start understands that our most valuable assets are the dedicated creative life-long learners who positively support the lives of children their families and peers. Our culture is one of encouragement support and determination. We strive to exceed compliance of our guiding regulations.

The successful candidate will provide support for the EPIC Head Start food service program in BerkeleyCounty by providing meals to assigned sites. This role requires a valid drivers license and reliable transportation. (Travel reimbursement is provided.)

Qualifications:

1. Must be able to clear a background check.
2. Must be able to pass a physical exam.
3. Must have a negative TB test.
4. Must have a high school diploma GED/TASC or equivalent.
5. Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
6. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working with young children.
7. Preference will be given to candidates who are bilingual or multilingual.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Pick up and transport prepared meals to assigned Head Start Pre-K sites.
2. Distribute meals to assigned Head Start Pre-K classrooms.
3. Collect dishes and items to return to the kitchen site.
4. Assist with clean up as assigned.
5. Cover classroom breaks as assigned.
6. Maintain positive interactions with all students parents and staff.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Additional General Requirements:

1. Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity and foster a fully inclusive and equitable work place.
2. Demonstrate verbal and written competency in the English language.
3. Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards EPIC and Early Head Start/Head Start/Pre-K Policy and Procedures the NAEYC Code of Ethics and childcare regulations.
4. Participate in meetings professional development and continuing education programs as required or suggested by Early Head Start/Head Start/Pre-K and sponsoring organizations.
5. Prepare and submit written reports as required.
6. Comply with all WVDE EPIC and Head Start requirements drug free TB free etc.
7. Agency approval of Criminal Investigations Bureau and FBI records.
8. Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification if required.
9. Maintain Food Handlers Card if required.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position may require strenuous activity on a daily basis including but not limited to frequent and/or repeated standing bending squatting kneeling chasing lifting holding etc.

• to assure the well-being and safety of children ranging from approximately 25 to 80 (plus or minus) pounds.
• to provide age-appropriate interactions with young children on their level.
• to model instruction and physical activities in the classroom outdoors and in other locations as assigned.
• to carry supplies into homes the office etc.
• to safely climb stairs and use ramps as needed.
• to fulfill other reasonable physical duties and responsibilities as required by the supervisor.

Work Environment:

• The selected candidate must transport themselves by personal vehicle from one work site to another on a regular basis. (Travel reimbursement is included.)
• Designated work sites may include locations not owned or operated by EPIC including but not limited to outdoor venues public facilities school buildings and/or private residences.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Head Start Director EPIC Administrator and/or their designee.

Reports To:Head Start Health & Safety Specialist Head Start Managers Head Start Director and EPIC Administrator

Conditions of Employment: Recommended by the Head Start Director and EPIC Administrator; Confirmed by the EPIC Regional Council and Head Start Policy Council.

The Eastern Panhandle Instructional Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Head Start/Early Head Start is funded by the US Administration for Children and Families.