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Center Aide
Department:Early Childhood Education
Location:Taos
Salary:$15.35 Hourly
FT/PT Status:Reg Part Time
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Summary:
Minimum Qualifications: 
  • High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate. Must complete YDI Head Start certification program. Must obtain 45 hour child care certificate prior to or within six months of employment.

Job Characteristics/Physical Demands: 
  • This is a professional position, which requires organizational and communication skills, as well as judgment, tact and diplomacy in contacts with Head Start employees, community residents, parents and local government agencies. Strict adherence is required to all regulations concerning confidentiality.
  • Good general health and the ability to lift and carry 55 lbs. are essential. Background investigation to include fingerprinting. TB Skin Test and Physical may be required every five years. Frequent travel is required by employees and proof of satisfactory car insurance is required.
  • Youth Development, Inc. is an at-will employer. Employment is by mutual consent of the company and employee and either may terminate the relationship at any time with or without cause or advance notice. This job is contingent upon funding; however, the availability of funding is not a guarantee of continued employment, nor does it imply any specific term of employment.

Job Description:
Head Start Center Aide: 

Under the supervision of the Center Director, responsible for assisting in the classroom, bus transportation, kitchen, office and janitorial at the center assigned.

 

Duties and Responsibilities (Not Inclusive):
  • (In classroom)Assist in caring out developmentally appropriate classroom environment and experiences for young children based on early childhood principals and practice and Head Start Philosophy.
  • (In kitchen)Participate in a variety of kitchen operations; meal service, which includes cart, set up, serving and portioning, delivery, break down, and general cleaning etc.
  • (Maintenance) Assist in maintaining a clean and safe center environment. Throw trash, vacuum, sweep and mop appropriate areas of center, clean and disinfect bathrooms.
  • Maintain professional attitude at all times. Represent YDI Head Start Parents, Agency Representatives, Community Participants, and visitors.
  • Other duties as assigned.