Center Assistant - Ionia/GSRP Job Northern Kentucky USA,Child Care/Nanny

Job Title:

Center Assistant Classification:
Full-time 3, non-exempt, hourly Salary Range: SA 01-02 ($15.68 - $16.96)

Hours:

30-32 /week Work Weeks: 41-44 /year (HS school year) Department:
Head Start / Early Head Start

Reports To:

Teacher Positions Supervised:
None Mission Statement

EightCAP, Inc., improves our community by collaborating with private, government, and community organizations to deliver programs that alleviate the causes of poverty and its effects, allowing individuals to become self-sufficient.

Role Overview

As a Center Assistant, you will create a safe, positive environment for children and families while supporting access to high quality programming. Additionally, you will shop for groceries and supplies, prepare meals and assist with cleaning, play with children and assist in regular daily activities.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring:
Follow regulations and requirements of the Office of Head Start, Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

Professionalism:
Comply with program confidentiality policies concerning personally identifiable information about children, families, and other staff members and must always maintain professional boundaries with enrolled children and families.

Model:
Engage in appropriate behavior and support children's individual needs including modeling healthy eating habits.

Meal Preparation:
Prepare meals and snacks as outlined on menus, maintain cleanliness of meal preparation areas, storages areas and classroom and shop weekly as directed by your supervisor.

Safety Compliance:
Assist in providing a safe, organized environment.

Reporting:
Assist in maintaining accurate records as assigned as well as reporting all suspected child abuse and neglect.

Emergency Procedures:
Be familiar with emergency procedures to respond effectively in case of an emergency.

Collaboration:

Communicate positively with children, parents, teaching team and peers.

Professional Development:
Actively participate in professional development to ensure compliance with regulations.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned.

Our CORE Values at Work

Accountability:
By being on time, staying present throughout work hours, and following through on commitments, the Center Assistant is dependable and takes responsibilities seriously.

Communication:
The Center Assistant utilizes open, clear, and respectful communication with children, families, staff, and community partners.

Compassion:
The Center Assistant is aware of the emotional needs of children and offers support, comfort, and reassurance while remaining patient and understanding.

Empowerment:
The Center Assistant empowers children by encouraging independence, which in turn builds children’s confidence and fosters a sense of achievement.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED.
Experience with early childhood programs and food service preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with staff, families, agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a respectful, professional, and non-judgmental manner.
Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, including the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and program procedures.
Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and will participate in…

Center Assistant - Ionia​/GSRP

Center Assistant - Ionia/GSRP