Substitute, Part-Time, Head Start

Job Summary

Assists the teacher in implementing educational, recreational, and social activities planned for children.

• Attend lectures, conferences, and other educational programs as directed to support professional development and growth as an aide.
• Remains attentive to each child's needs and assists in promoting their health, safety, and welfare.
• Maintains the classroom in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Rotates to assigned centers as program needs arise.
• Assists with classroom responsibilities in the absence of the teacher and the teacher aide.
• Operates the morning bus route only on an emergency basis, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

• Preferably, some college education (child development / early childhood courses / or experience working with preschool children).
• Be bilingual and have experience working with preschool-age children.
• Maintain all local, state, and federal guidelines for the position on an annual basis.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Occasionally

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.

• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects weighing 30-40 pounds in all directions.
• Working in low temperatures.
• Working in high temperatures.
• Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Working in noisy environments.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

• Must have a Texas Driver's License and must provide proof of vehicle insurance.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered by Civil Service; therefore, it is subject to all the Webb County Policies and the Webb County Head Start addendum.