EHS Assistant

JOB SUMMARY: The Early Head Start Assistant will work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to prepare and implement classroom activities and maintain a safe and healthy learning and childcare environment. The assistant will operate in an Early Head Start setting serving children from ages 6 weeks to 3 years old. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Track classroom attendance utilizing daily sign- in and sign-out forms. - Complete classroom set up and rearrangements. - Assist teacher with monitoring classroom activity and maintaining order. - Facilitate engaging play activities. - Complete general housekeeping of facility and classroom space, sterilizing toys, work, play and eating surfaces. - Assist with napping and personal hygiene of the children such as diapering, feeding, tooth brushing, toileting, and hand washing. - Prepare food selections and serve meals. - Adhere to state and facility safety and security procedures. - Attend staff meetings and trainings. - Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: - High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred. - One year of experience in child development working with children; preferably infants/toddlers required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: - 45 hour Infant and Toddler Certificate preferred - 90 hour Child Care Certificate preferred - Current Infant/toddler CPR, First Aid Certificate required within 90 days after...