Position Type: Head Start/Building AidesDate Posted: 3/9/2023Location: District OfficeDate Available: immediatelyClosing Date: until filledPosition: Lake Ridge Head Start Classroom Aide Part Time: 20 hours per week Hourly Rate: $10.00 JOB SUMMARY: The Classroom Aide serves in various roles. Classroom Aides may be required to act as a third person in a classroom to assist the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in all aspects of classroom management; including active supervision and maintaining adult child ratio in a classrooms.Job Responsibilities:
- Assists the teacher and assistant teacher with all aspects of classroom management for preschool age children.
- Interact with children in a developmentally appropriate manner, either in a group setting or one-on-one.
- Assist children with their needs, i.e. Using the bathroom, washing hands, brushing teeth, etc.
- Provide coverage to maintain ratio in various classrooms
- Helps teachers and assistant teachers maintain cleanliness and a safe learning environment.
- Helps teachers in the preparation of classroom activities, i.e. cutting, copying, etc.
- Helps teaching staff ensure all experiences for Head Start children are fun and educational.
- All other classroom based, or center-based duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Some experience working with children is preferred.
- Spanish speaking is preferred.
- CDA course enrollment is required within 6 months of hire
- Clearance of background check both state and federal
- A physical examination and TB test are required as condition of initial employment and continued employment.