Head Start Center Aide

PT and FT positions available

Posted Date:
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Event Location: VARIOUS HEAD START CENTER LOCATIONS

Contact Email: HR@DAEOC.COM

Applicant must have experience working with young Children, have the ability to work as a team, be able to work in a flexible environment, and help maintain stability for program continuity. Applicant must have a High School Diploma/GED, a CDA (child development associate) credential, is preferred. A driver's license valid in Missouri, Transportation and motor vehicle insurance is required.

Position Purpose:  The Center Aide will work cooperatively, assisting the center staff with the operations of the center/classroom, doing daily bus duty and other duties as deemed necessary.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

  1. Carry out assigned duties according the Head Start Performance Standards and Program Policies and Procedures.

  2. Assist classroom staff and be actively engaged and involved in the operations of the classroom.

  3. Assist with any assessments and screenings as directed.

  4. Bus duty on a daily basis (morning and afternoon).

  5. Assure that no child is left alone.

  6. Ensure proper voice tone is used with children, families, staff and public.

  7. Assist in center as directed.

  8. Assist with data entry as directed.

DAEOC is an equal opportunity employer.  It is our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin or other protected classification.

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