ECEAP Classroom Support & Food Service

Job title - ECEAP Classroom Support & Food Service

Reports to - Food Service Supervisor

FLSA status - Non Exempt

Pay Range - $19.08-$22.24

Job Purpose

The Food Service & Classroom Support position ensures safe, compliant meal service under CACFP guidelines, including receiving, transporting, reheating as applicable, and plating meals for family-style dining. This position also provides classroom support similar to an Assistant Teacher by helping maintain active supervision, positive child interactions, and a safe, nurturing learning environment aligned with ECEAP Performance Standards. This position reports directly to the Food Service Supervisor.

Food Service & CACFP Compliance

• Receives, transports, and prepares meals delivered from the school district or designated vendor, following safe food‑handling practices at all times.
• Replates meals for family‑style service, ensuring correct portion sizes, temperature control, and sanitation in compliance with CACFP regulations.
• Follows CACFP meal pattern requirements, including components, substitutions, and documentation.
• Completes required CACFP logs, including temperature logs, meal counts, and sanitation checklists.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of food service areas, carts, utensils, and equipment.
• Monitors food temperatures and ensures proper storage, reheating, and serving procedures.
• Supports nutrition education by modeling healthy eating habits and encouraging children to try new foods.
• Communicates with the Food Service Supervisor regarding supply needs, equipment issues, or compliance concerns.
• May be responsible for ordering or purchasing milk and snack supplies using designated CCAC credit card (upon supervisor discretion and approval).

Classroom Support & Child Interaction

• Assists teachers with daily routines, transitions, activities, and classroom organization.
• Maintains active supervision using DCYF‑aligned strategies (positioning, scanning, engaging).
• Engages children with warmth, positivity, and responsiveness, supporting social‑emotional development.
• Supports nutrition curriculum implementation by preparing materials, setting up and facilitating activities as directed.
• Collects observational notes for Teaching Strategies GOLD and shares them with the Teacher.
• Helps maintain a safe, clean, and inviting classroom environment that supports exploration and learning.

Family-Style Meal Support in the Classroom

• Facilitates family‑style dining, encouraging independence, self‑help skills, and positive social interactions.
• Assists children with serving, pouring, and cleanup, promoting autonomy and safety.
• Models appropriate table manners, conversation, and nutrition habits.
• Supports teachers in creating a calm, positive mealtime environment that aligns with ECEAP Performance Standards.
• Works closely with the Food Service Supervisor, Teachers, Center Supervisor, and Nutrition/Health staff to ensure coordinated services.
• Communicates professionally with families, modeling respect and cultural responsiveness.
• Participates in required trainings, meetings, and professional development related to CACFP, food safety, and early learning.
• Follows all ECEAP Performance Standards, CACFP regulations, DCYF licensing rules, and agency policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience in food service, early childhood education, or related fields preferred.

Must meet all DCYF and ECEAP health, safety, and training requirements, including:

Infant/Child CPR & First Aid

Negative TB test

Required immunizations

Ability to lift and transport food items and supplies.

Ability to work effectively with preschool-age children and diverse families.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of safe food‑handling practices and CACFP meal service…