Head Start Classroom Support - Redwood Falls (#0924g)

                                                     $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours/week), 12 months per year, Union position

LOCATION: Hutchinson, MN

RESPONSIBILITIES: To work together with the Head Start Teacher providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and self-sufficiency.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Complete food preparation tasks and clean-up.

• Pick up and deliver meals as needed, if applicable.

• Perform required record keeping

• Assist with childcare

• Assist in preparation of classroom health and nutrition activities.

• Perform janitorial duties daily.

• Attend training and staff meetings as designated.

• Serve as a short-term substitute in the absence of the Assistant Teacher.

• Follow established safety procedures.

• Assist with transportation activities as needed.

• Support and Model United’s Behavioral Competencies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED and/or relevant experience.

• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.

• Food Safety Certification or willing to obtain in 3 months.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Computer/keyboarding skills required.

• Ability to follow problem-solving and conflict-resolution strategies.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to travel in a nine (9) county area.

• Reliable mode of transportation.

• Reliable, regular attendance.

• Must have satisfactory completion of background check.

• Must have satisfactory completion of medical exam and health screenings as requested per Head Start regulations.

CLOSING DATE:   

Open Until Filled

CONTACT:       

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

320-235-0850

Humanr@unitedcapmn.org

WEBSITE: 

www.unitedcapmn.org

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.