Teacher Aide (Anticipated Opening)

Head Start Teacher Aide Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? If your answer is yes then Southern Seven Health Department may have the perfect career for you. We offer a great working environment, have the highest caliber of employees, and most importantly are a "familyfriendly" employer. This position is a full time (partial year) position and is based at the Metropolis Head Start in Metropolis, Illinois. It does come with a benefit package (including vacation, personal, and sick time accrual, holidays, health and life insurance, and an employer sponsored cafeteria plan). Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience: Must be at least nineteen years of age AND Must Possess a CDA or enrolled in CDA program to be completed within 2 years OR Prefer--Associate degree in Early Childhood or related field with at least six ECE hours working toward 18 hours Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills. Organization and supervisory ability. Basic computer skills. Certifications and Other Requirements: Required: DCFS Criminal background check; DCFS physical assessment; Mandated Reporter; DCFS licensing required courses; CPR/First Aid certification Recommended: Hepatitis B Vaccine and Head Start Teacher Qualified Physical Requirements: Strength: Lift/carry up to 40 pounds on occasion and 20 pounds frequently. Movement: Sit, walk, or stand for prolonged periods of time; Lift horizontally and vertically, bend and stoop, push/pull, twist, carry, crouch, squat, kneel, reach above shoulder level; Hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone. Salary Range: $16.87 - $19.53 hourly Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting the teacher with the academic, social-emotional growth, and development of all pre-school aged children in their care. Develops a partnership with children's parents or caregivers to engage and encourage parent participation in the program. Responsible for assuring compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards and local & state guidelines. Job Duties: Encourages and assists all children in all personal hygiene activities. Assists the teacher in administering developmental screening tool within 45 days of child's enrollment. Completes an Assistance or Guidance request if needed. Participates in IEP/IFSP meetings as appropriate. Assists the teacher with maintaining an online portfolio on each child's progress and development for the purpose of planning to promote each child's growth and development. Observes each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and uses this information to facilitate learning and growth. Works cooperatively with the Teacher and other staff and volunteers, using the team approach to classroom management. Assures that all children are supervised at all times. Participates in family style meals and snacks at table with children. Assists the teacher in completing daily, weekly, and monthly required paperwork as required by procedures manual. Responsible for developing a partnership with parents and caregivers in the Head Start program and encourages each parent/caregiver to take in active role in their child's Head Start experience. Assists the teacher in conducting home visits and family staff conferences. Participates in staff meetings, center activities, and staff development. Maintains child, family, and employee confidentiality. Participates in the federal and annual program review. Responsible for recruitment of Head Start eligible children, in coordination with other Head Start staff, for enrollment into the Head Start program. Responsible for carrying out best practices for safety procedures concerning children, staff, families, and community individuals and for assessing current practices and finding ways and areas needing improvement. Responsible for participating in activities and attitudes that promote positive public relations and positive image for the program and agency. Complies and is familiar with the requirements of the policies and procedures adopted by Southern Seven Health Department as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Reports potential problems and concerns to the Site Supervisor. "Southern Seven Health Department is an "Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled"