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Duties and Responsibilities

• Acquire knowledge of and implement accordingly the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Promote school readiness for all children.
• Have an understanding of the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
• Work cooperatively with other Child Development staff in the planning, integration, and implementation of EHS/HS program services for children 0 to 5 years of age.
• Become competent in the use of designated computer programs, and use properly in the operations of the Child Development Program.
• Responsible for compiling designated reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in the annual program self‑assessment process.
• Gain a working knowledge of all programs operated by KCEOC for the purpose of providing information, making referrals and the delivery of integrated services to clients.
• Preserve the privacy of all children and families enrolled in KCEOC’s Child Development Program by maintaining the confidentiality and security of all family information.
• Responsible for generating an appropriate amount of non‑federal share (in‑kind) that is reasonable and necessary for the operation of the Child Development Program.
• Responsible for obtaining the annual required number of Child Development training hours per local, state and federal regulations through KCEOC’s Pre‑service Training.
• Maintain certification by a recognized source such as the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross in CPR and First Aid Safety.

• Assist the Teacher in the provision of services to Head‑Start children in a center‑based setting; implement a planned classroom curriculum for developmentally appropriate activities, carry out daily activities, and complete all required paperwork in a timely, accurate fashion.
• Participate and offer suggestions in conferences, meetings, training, and recruitment activities; work cooperatively with all staff, parents, and volunteers, and be responsive to the challenge of providing integrated comprehensive services when the need arises.
• Encourage parent participation in the development and educational experiences, both at home and in the classroom of children when applicable.
• Be responsive to the challenge of providing integrated comprehensive services.
• Work cooperatively with the Family Child Advocates in assessing and meeting the needs of enrolled children and their families; assist and ensure that communication between Family Child Advocates, Teacher, and parents is provided timely by delivering messages and written communication as requested.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and age‑appropriate learning environment.
• Assist the children in their daily routines of hand washing, tooth brushing, etc.
• Assist with mealtime duties such as setting the table, serving, eating, and cleaning up.
• Consult with the teacher to gain an understanding of acceptable methods for handling discipline concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum:
  Child Development Associate Degree and/or a comparable equivalent of secondary education and work experience.
• Additional Requirements:
  
  Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation.