Head Start Classroom Aide (Part-Time, NBE)

Do you want a career that fulfills your passions and purpose to make a difference in the lives of not only your students but their families

• Do you get excited thinking about working in an inclusive preschool program that provides an opportunity for agreater impact working with vulnerable children and families
• Are you passionate about providing extra support to allow students with challenging behaviors to achieved their goals and be successful
• Are you looking forprofessional developmentandindividualized coachingto progress your career
• Are you interested in being part of a supportive team to help you learn and grow

If you answeredyes to these questions Jefferson County Head Starts Classroom Aide position may be what youve been searching for!

TheClassroom Aide roleis a great opportunity if you are:

• Currently enrolled in a childhood development program and need to log hours in the classroom
• Or a recent graduate looking to start your career

Check out thisvideoto see what it is like to work at Head Start!

Head Start is a no cost inclusive child-focused and family-centered preschool program for children ages 3-5. A range of individualized services in the areas of education early childhood development medical dental mental health nutrition family support and parent strive to provide equitable and inclusive services and support to the diverse community we serve.

TheHead Start Classroom Aide will work collaboratively with the Head Start teaching team to support the educational social and emotional development of young children ages 0 to 5 in a preschool setting. The role involves assisting the lead teacher in carrying out lesson plans managing the classroom and providing individualized support for students while adhering to the Colorado State Childcare Licensing Rules and Regulations.

Head Start offers opportunities for on-site professional development scheduled during work hours a team-oriented program that assists you with providing the best service for our families and individualized coaching.

SCHEDULE:

This is a part-time non- benefit eligible position. A typical work week will be 7.5 hours per day 4 days per week. Hours can vary based on program need.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $18.11-$21.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education experience and skills.

Staff that are fluent in a language other than English may be eligible for additional compensation of $1500 annually for use of bi-lingual skills.

BENEFITS:

Please note that this is a temporary non-benefit position. There is no holiday pay. Temporary employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked up to 48 hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Head Start Classroom Aide will be responsible forsupporting theLead Teacher with the following duties:

• Assist in the implementation of daily lesson plans and activities for preschool-aged children.
• Help maintain a safe clean and organized classroom environment that is conducive to learning and development.
• Provide one-on-one support or small group assistance to children with various developmental needs.
• Encourage childrens independence and facilitate positive peer interactions.
• Monitor and supervise children during classroom activities transitions meals and outdoor play.
• Assist children with self-help skills including toileting diapering handwashing and eating.
• Ensuring compliance with Head Start performance standards within the classroom including education disabilities parent involvement nutrition health and mental health.
• Partnering with a multi-disciplinary team including mental health specialists special education professionals and family support workers to provide the best service for our families.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings training and events as needed.
• Responsible for receiving food deliveries and serving food at appropriate times.
• Adhere to all Head Start policies procedures and performance standards as well as any other local state and/or federal laws.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: One year experience

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Must Meet one of the following minimum ECT qualification options:

• Enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of employment (Hours working in the classroom may be used for teaching hours required for CDA)
• Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or State awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for CDA credential
• OR Enrolled in a program leading to an associates or bachelors degree

Preferred knowledge skills and abilities:

• One - two years of experience in a classroom or center focusing on early childhood education or development
• Experience implementing social and emotional learning (SEL) curriculum in a preschool setting
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to utilize computer programs for documentation

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.
• In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Perjury Statement:Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty ofperjuryin the second degree as defined in SectionC.R.S. and upon conviction thereof shall be punished accordingly.

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