Openings as of 4/9/2025
Head Start - Juniata County

Teacher – Preschool Head Start

JobID: 589

Position Type:
  Head Start - Juniata County


Date Posted:
  3/4/2024


Location:
  Juniata County Head Start - Main


Closing Date:
  until filled


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General Summary
This position serves as the lead worker in a classroom of Head Start children by planning, implementing, and supervising all classroom activities. This position works with typically developing children and children with disabilities.  Because this position is one part of a large system of services provided to children and families, this position also serves as a social service referral person and shares responsibility for parent involvement in the program as well as providing & modeling school readiness information and skills to parents. The position of teacher works in tandem with the rest of the parts of the system as an integrated team to support the goals of the program. The position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. 
 
Fundamental Duties/Essential Functions
Duties of the position are described in major functional areas listed below.  Additional duties may be assigned.
 
Program Development
1.   Attends all required training and workshops.
2. Remains up-to-date on information that pertains to the needs of the children in the program including Head Start Program Performance Standards, Head Start Act, OCDEL regulations and any other applicable regulations and practices.
3. Works as a team member with the other education staff, parents to develop curriculum that is meaningful and meets the school readiness needs of the individual as well as program needs.
4. Responsible for the weekly preparation of daily lesson plans, which includes objectives to be posted for parents, volunteers and visitors in the classroom.
5. Develops an individual plan for each child to include goal setting based on identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established goals (outcomes).
6. Schedules home visits and parent-teacher conferences with families as required and on an as-needed basis and documents these events.
7. Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to enrolled children, families and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.
8. Prepares a safe, healthy learning environment for children that are developmentally appropriate and experientially-based.
9. Develops individual training plans for all staff supervised making it clear what is expected and what the timeframe is for completion of short and long term goals.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.  
Preschool Program Implementation
1. Supervises all classroom activities, field trips and outdoor activities.
2. Plans and provides a developmentally and linguistically appropriate curriculum and experiences in a manner appropriate to the ages, languages and cultures of children served.
3. Directs any special needs or problems to the appropriate manager/specialist or supervisor.
4. Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical competence of children including improving the readiness of children for school by developing their literacy and phonemic, print and numeracy awareness, their understanding of the use of language, their understanding and use of increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, their appreciation of books and their problem solving abilities.
5. Implements education lesson plans and daily programs for children in accordance with each child's need, based on a method of observing and recording children’s interests and current levels of functioning.  Additionally, lesson plans and daily program activities should be aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes and Framework.
6. Supports social and emotional development and provides positive guidance and discipline.
7. Maintains a commitment to professionalism and continues own professional development so that decisions are based on knowledge of early childhood theories and practices. 
8. Shares pertinent information with the respective Family Services Worker to ensure coordinated services that meet the needs of individual children and families.
9. Supervises and eats nutritionally prepared meals with the children as a curriculum activity, to model good nutrition and proper social skills.  Encourage children to serve themselves whenever possible and to serve food in a family style manner.
10. Provides a stable classroom routine and environment.
11. Ensures a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs.
12. Screens, observes and documents children as required.
13. Understands regulations associated with prevention of occupational disease and injury, including the exercise of universal precautions and the prevention of contamination.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.
Recordkeeping
1. Submits daily attendance records to the main office.
2. Submits monthly progress reports to the supervisor as scheduled.
3. Supervises or orders supplies as needed and takes inventory as requested.
4. Submits monthly bills and reports to the central office in a timely manner.
5. Maintains child records in cooperation with the Family Services Worker. 
6. Gathers and maintains individual, family and classroom data for documentation, on-going assessment, evaluation and recording keeping for successful individual and program planning.
7. Understands, generates and documents in-kind and other allowable costs applied toward the non-federal share requirement.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Parent and Community Engagement
1. Sets up system to assure program's needs for parent engagement in each classroom are met.
2. Establishes positive and productive relationships with families focusing on a relationship of trust and rapport with the parents of the children.
3. Participates in the orientation of parents to Head Start throughout the year.
4. Facilitates and supports monthly Parent Committee meetings at the center.
5. Schedules and arranges meetings, and documents parent-teacher conferences and home visits as required.
6. Participates in the training of parents as requested.
7. Involves parents in the educational activities of the program: 
                 a.   Emphasize their role as the principal influence on the child's education and development
                 b.   Assist parents to increase their knowledge, understanding, skills and experience in basic child development.
8. Identifies and arranges for parents to participate as volunteers in the classroom and work as substitutes as well as other volunteer activities.
9. Collects monthly in-kind records from parents participating and submits to office assistant.
10. Writes a classroom newsletter once every other month beginning in October and provides center news for the program newsletter as requested.
11. Positively promotes Head Start in the community.
12. Orients and supervises all classroom volunteers.
13. Works closely with local school system(s), as appropriate, for shared activities, registration and smooth transition.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision
1. Plans and directs the work of the staff supervised.  Observes and gives feedback to Assistant Teacher, Program Aide where applicable and other staff as assigned on at least a weekly basis.
2. Makes daily job assignments within the classroom; provides instruction in performing job duties and models appropriate classroom practices.
3. Sets the standards of the classroom and goals for Assistant Teacher and other classroom staff, monitors progress toward goals, provides regular feedback, and submits performance appraisals in a timely manner.
4. Provides daily supervision of all classroom staff and volunteers, monitors employee performance and classroom activities.  Conducts competency assessments and performance evaluation of assigned staff and volunteers.
5. Makes appropriate personnel decisions that do not require higher approval, and submits others as a recommendation to the supervisor.
6. Determines appropriate training needs to meet the program goals and objectives, and makes the necessary recommendations.
7. Develops and supports the individual development plan for assigned Assistant Teacher or other staff.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Training
1. Participate in all training and professional development activities as required under the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, OCDEL, and as planned for by the program.
Knowledge and Abilities
1. Extensive knowledge and skills in the field of early childhood development.
2. Understand and support the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, OCDEL Early Learning Standards, and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes and Framework.
3. Knowledge of various service resources in the community. 
4. Some knowledge of the basics of supervision.
5. Knowledge of the state and federal regulations pertaining to child abuse and neglect and child care licensing requirements. 
6. Knowledge of local resources, language and customs helpful.
7. Ability to be perceptive of the needs of children and to work well with staff, children and parents/families. 
8. Ability to organize and direct classroom activities. 
9. Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
10. Ability to maintain accurate records which reflect the needs and progress of children. 
11. Ability to demonstrate knowledge, skills and a positive attitude in the field of early childhood education.
Language Skills
1. Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing.
2. Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.
3. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
4. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general educational journals.
5. Ability to speak before groups of individuals.
6. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish).
Mathematical Skills
1. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages and overtime.
Reasoning Skills
1. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
2. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions.
3. Ability to summarize conclusions and instructions, then make recommendations and develop implementation strategies.
4. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.
Other Skills and Abilities
1. Ability to exhibit patience and tact when communicating with children, families, staff, management, referral sources and the public.
2. Ability to project professionalism in conducting daily activities.
Education and Experience
1. An AA or higher in Early Childhood Education or other AA degree or higher with 6 courses in early childhood education plus six months of experience working with preschool children is preferred.  Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field preferred.
2. Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).  Previous supervision experience preferred. 
3. Must be willing and able to obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification and maintain certification.
4. The program will verify references and complete a sex offender registry check.  An initial health exam with acceptable tuberculosis screening results, a clear criminal records, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances check. These are required post job offer and prior to employment. 
5. Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified. 
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
1. An occasional need to provide gentle physical restraint to children.
2. May be required to lift up to 30 pounds.
3. Some exposure to communicable diseases.
4. Noise level in work environment may be moderate to loud.
5. Travel by car, bus, airplane or train may also be required associated with attendance at conferences, meeting and other duties carried out at distant locations in and out of state and in some cases where some overnight travel may be required. 
6. Work is typically performed in a classroom setting and some office work required.
7. Some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be required for events such as home visits, parent - teacher conference, Parent Committee meetings, social and community events.





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Head Start - Juniata County

Behavioral Health Aide

JobID: 640

Position Type:
  Head Start - Juniata County


Date Posted:
  9/18/2024


Location:
  Juniata County Head Start - Main


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Juniata County Early Childhood Services invites applicants for part-time Behavioral Health Aide. 

This Behavioral Health Aide (BHA) provides support to children and teaching staff, with regard to social emotional development and behavioral health services within the early childhood classrooms.

This position will support children with identified needs as determined by a specific behavioral plan and assist in supporting staff and children with the overall center routines and procedures to help with stabilizing classroom environments. 

Fundamental Duties/Essential Functions

Duties of the position are described in major functional areas listed below. Additional duties may be assigned.

Classroom support
 
• Will work as directed by the Senior Manager for Early Education Services and the licensed mental health specialists/social worker within identified classrooms requiring additional support.
• Will support specific or identified children in learning classroom routines, interacting with other children and managing transitions.
• As directed by the mental health specialist/social worker, implement strategies to increase children’s positive experiences with the classroom.
• Will assist teaching staff and children within a classroom, to stabilize and promote positive social skills, developing coping strategies and self-regulating behaviors. 
• Assists in implementing intervention strategies within the classroom with the intent for teachers and other classroom staff to be able to carry out strategies independently.
• Assist to actively supervisor children within assigned classrooms, is alert to and minimizes the impact of situations that may create the risk of unsupervised children consistently uses active supervision procedures and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
 
Mental Health
 
• Assist with the collection of data, as directed by Mental Health Specialist/Social Worker, for specific children.
• Will become familiar with behavioral treatment plans for any child and follow the guidelines of the treatment plan.
• Assist classroom teams at implementing strategies as determined by behavioral plans.
• Providing mentoring and modeling of behavioral strategies on social emotional development and positive classroom guidance.
• Communicate to the Senior Manager for Early Education Services and the Mental Health Specialist/Social Worker regarding behavioral health training needs of staff.
• Work to further support education teams in understanding and implementing PBIS within the classroom, model and mentor staff as determined by the Mental Health Worker.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
 
Knowledge and Abilities
 
• Knowledge of human development, early childhood, and children with disabilities. 
• Knowledge of behavioral strategies and tools. Particularly strategies that follow positive behavior techniques.\Ability to know and implement the rules, requirements and policies of the agency.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment in evaluating before making decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, children and parents.
• Ability to keep all information strictly confidential.
 
Language Skills
 
• Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing.  
• Ability to speak, read, and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general health and disabilities journals and resource materials on transition.
• Ability to speak before groups of individuals.
• Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish)
 
Mathematical Skills
 
• Ability to perform basic math including figuring percentages and overtime.
• Ability to produce and interpret graphs, charts, spreadsheets and other mathematical reports
• Reasoning Skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions.
• Ability to summarize conclusions and instructions, then make recommendations and develop implementation strategies.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.
 
Other Skills and Abilities
 
• Ability to exhibit patience and tact when communicating with children, families, staff, management, referral sources and the public.
• Ability to project professionalism in conducting daily activities.
 
Education
 
• A minimum of CDA and two years of experience working with children or an AA in Human Services with two years experience.
• The program will verify references and complete a sex offender registry check. An initial health exam with acceptable tuberculosis screening results, a clear criminal records, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances check. These are required post job offer and prior to employment.
• Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain Basic First Aid and CPR certification. 
 

Current and former Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified.  

Previous experience in Head Start preferred.


Physical Demands and Working Conditions

May occasionally need to provide gentle guidance and direction to children.

May be required to lift up to 45 pounds.

Some exposure to communicable diseases.

Noise level in work environment may be moderate to loud.

Work is generally performed in a classroom setting.

Must be available for a variety of evening events to support the provision of parent engagement services within the program.
Standards of Conduct
 





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Openings as of 4/9/2025
Head Start - Juniata County

Floating Educator

JobID: 644

Position Type:
  Head Start - Juniata County


Date Posted:
  9/18/2024


Location:
  Homebased


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Juniata County Early Childhood Services invites applicants for a part-time Floating Educator. 

This position supports the education work in both center-based and home-based services by implementing and supervising classroom and home visit activities. This position works with typically developing children and children with disabilities. Because this position is one part of a large system of services provided to children and families, it also serves to ensure that the regular education staff in classroom and home visiting programs remain informed as to the needs of children and families that are a part of or become apparent during center based or home-based services provided by the floating educator. Additionally, the floating educator shares responsibility for parent involvement in the program as well as providing & modeling school
readiness information and skills to parents. The position of floating educator works in tandem with the rest of the parts of the system as an integrated team to support the goals of the program. The position may be assigned to various classrooms/home visits as deemed necessary for program operations.

Fundamental Duties/Essential Functions
Duties of the position are described in major functional areas listed below. Additional duties may be
assigned.

Program Development
1. Attends all required training and workshops.
2. Remains up to date on information that pertains to the needs of the children in the program including Head Start Program Performance Standards, Head Start Act, OCDEL regulations and any other applicable regulations and practices.
3. Works as a team member with the other education staff, parents to develop curriculum that is meaningful and meets the school readiness needs of the individual as well as program needs.
4. Responsible for the implementation of daily lesson plans/home visit plans, which includes updates to family/child information and planning for upcoming home visiting events.
5. Follows individual plans for each child to include identified needs and prescriptions for objectives and activities to meet established goals (outcomes).
6. Schedules home visits and parent-teacher conferences with families as required and on an as-needed basis and documents these events.
7. Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to enrolled children, families and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.
8. Prepares a safe, healthy learning environment for children that are developmentally appropriate and experientially based.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Preschool Program Implementation
1. Supervises all classroom/home visit activities, field trips, outdoor activities.
2. Plans and provides a developmentally and linguistically appropriate curriculum and experiences in a manner appropriate to the ages, languages and cultures of children served.
3. Directs any special needs or problems to the appropriate manager/specialist or supervisor.
4. Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical competence of children including improving the readiness of children for school by developing their literacy and phonemic, print and numeracy awareness, their understanding of the use of language, their understanding and use of increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, their appreciation of books and their problem solving abilities.
5. Implements education/home visit lesson plans and daily programs for children in accordance with each child's need, based on a method of observing and recording children’s interests and current levels of functioning. Additionally, lesson/home visit plans and daily program activities should be aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes and Framework and PA Early Learning Standards.
6. Supports social and emotional development and provides positive guidance and discipline.
7. Maintains a commitment to professionalism and continues own professional development so that decisions are based on knowledge of early childhood theories and practices.
8. Supervises and eats nutritionally prepared meals with the children to model good nutrition and proper social skills. Encourage children to serve themselves whenever possible and to serve food in a family style manner.
9. Provides a stable classroom/home visit routine and environment.
10. Ensures a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs.
11. Screens, observes and documents children as required.
12. Understands regulations associated with prevention of occupational disease and injury, including the exercise of universal precautions and the prevention of contamination.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Recordkeeping
1. Submits daily attendance/weekly home visit records to the main office.
2. While in the classroom or on home visits, gathers and maintains individual, family and classroom data for documentation, on-going assessment, evaluation and recording keeping for successful individual and program planning.
3. Understands, generates and documents in-kind and other allowable costs applied toward the non-federal share requirement.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Parent and Community Engagement
1. Establishes positive and productive relationships with families focusing on a relationship of trust and rapport with the parents of the children.
2. Participates in the orientation of parents to Head Start/Early Head Start, as needed, throughout the year.
3. Schedules and arranges meetings and documents parent-teacher conferences and home visits as required.
4. Involves parents in the educational activities of the program:
a. Emphasize their role as the principal influence on the child's education and development
b. Assist parents to increase their knowledge, understanding, skills and experience in basic child development.
5. Identifies and arranges for parents to participate as volunteers in the classroom and work as substitutes as well as other volunteer activities.
6. Collects monthly in-kind records from parents participating and submits to office assistant.
7. Positively promotes Head Start/Early Head Start/PAT in the community.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision
1. Directs the work of Assistant Teacher, Program Aide when applicable.
2. Implements daily job assignments within the classroom; provides instruction in performing job duties and models appropriate classroom practices.
3. Provides daily supervision of all classroom staff and volunteers, monitors employee performance and= classroom activities.
4. Makes appropriate personnel decisions as necessary while in the classroom or on a home visit that do not require higher approval.
5. Determines appropriate personal training needs to meet the program goals and objectives.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Training
1. Participate in all training and professional development activities as required under the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, OCDEL, and as planned for by the program.

Knowledge and Abilities
1. Extensive knowledge and skills in the field of early childhood development.
2. Understand and support the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, OCDEL Early Learning Standards, and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes and Framework.
3. Knowledge of various service resources in the community.
4. Some knowledge of the basics of supervision.
5. Knowledge of the state and federal regulations pertaining to child abuse and neglect and childcare licensing requirements.
6. Knowledge of local resources, language and customs helpful.
7. Ability to be perceptive of the needs of children and to work well with staff, children and parents/families.
8. Ability to organize and direct classroom and home visit activities.
9. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
10. Ability to maintain accurate records which reflect the needs and progress of children as well as documents events on home visits.
11. Ability to demonstrate knowledge, skills and a positive attitude in the field of early childhood education.

Language Skills
1. Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing.
2. Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.
3. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
4. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general educational journals.
5. Ability to speak before groups of individuals.
6. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish).

Mathematical Skills
1. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages and overtime.

Reasoning Skills
1. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
2. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions.
3. Ability to summarize conclusions and instructions, then make recommendations and develop implementation strategies.
4. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.

Other Skills and Abilities
1. Ability to exhibit patience and tact when communicating with children, families, staff, management, referral sources and the public.
2. Ability to project professionalism in conducting daily activities.

Education and Experience
1. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field preferred. Related field includes 6 courses in early childhood field plus six months of experience working with preschool children is preferred.
2. Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish). Previous supervision experience preferred.
3. Must be willing and able to obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification and maintain certification.
4. The program will verify references and complete a sex offender registry check. An initial health exam with acceptable tuberculosis screening results, a clear criminal records, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances check. These are required post job offer and prior to employment.
5. Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
1. An occasional need to provide gentle physical restraint to children.
2. May be required to lift up to 30 pounds.
3. Some exposure to communicable diseases.
4. Noise level in work environment may be moderate to loud.
5. Travel by car, bus, airplane or train may also be required associated with attendance at conferences, meeting and other duties carried out at distant locations in and out of state and in some cases where some overnight travel may be required.
6. Work is typically performed in a classroom setting and some office work is required.
7. Some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be required for events such as home visits, parent -teacher conference, Parent Committee meetings, social and community events.
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Head Start - Juniata County

Education and Health Assistant

JobID: 664

Position Type:
  Head Start - Juniata County


Date Posted:
  2/21/2025


Location:
  Juniata County Head Start - Main


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Tuscarora Intermediate Unit invites applicants for a part-time Education and Health Assistant at our Head Start location in Mifflintown, PA. 
This position is responsible for supporting education, safety and health services as related to direct service delivery within classrooms and in the home-base program.  This position will serve as a mentor and resource for Teachers and Home Visitors.  Additionally, to assist with completion of developmental, hearing and vision screenings. Ensure and assist with state requirements regarding child input and attendance.
 
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Fundamental Duties/Essential Functions
Duties of the positions are described in major functional areas listed below.  Additional duties may be assigned. 
Education Services
 
1. Works in conjunction with Senior Manager for Early Education Services to assure adequate classroom supplies and equipment are available to staff.  Assist with ordering necessary supplies.
2. Knowledgeable of Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, HS Early Learning Outcomes Framework and the PA Early Learning Standards.
3. Observes classroom operations and utilizes systems of communication and follow-up to improve the quality of services.
4. In collaboration with the Early Childhood Specialist, will provide guidance and technical support to all education staff.
5. Assist the Early Childhood Specialist in utilizing child data for establishing individual goals based on the knowledge of child development.
6. Assist the Early Childhood Specialist in utilizing ECERS and CLASS results and supports classroom staff in implementing necessary recommendations.
7. Observes individual children as requested by supervisor and provides suggestions for behavior management and educational programming to Early Childhood Specialist and team.
8. Assists in implementing intervention strategies within the classroom with the intent for teachers and other classroom staff to be able to carry out strategies independently.
9. Works in conjunction with the Early Childhood Specialist, and other management and class team staff in the assessment process and follow up to assure that individualized children with disabilities are met.
10. Serve in the role as a teacher or assistant teacher as based on the staffing needs of the program.
11. Assist the Early Childhood Specialist with the implementation and record keeping for HSSAP, Keystone Stars and the Early Learning Network (Pelican).
12. Assist with supporting Teachers and Home Visitors on the use of the screening tools and assessment systems.
13. Assist in completing necessary child developmental screenings before the 45day deadline for all programs.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Health Services
1. Ensures that all centers and Home-Visitors have adequate supplies for first-aid kits.
2. Assist the education staff in properly implementing health and safety practices within the classrooms.
3. Monitors compliance for health and safety checks for all sites. Seek help from Senior Manager for Early Education Services to address any unresolved health and safety issues.
4. Assist and support education staff in understanding emergency evacuation plans and fire drills.  Monthly, monitor fire drills and evacuations.
5. Ensure the Health Education Curriculum is incorporated into the curriculum and parent/child activities. Responsible for demonstrating appropriate health practices within classrooms and for socialization days.
6. Monitor classroom environments and outdoor play areas for any safety hazards.
7. Attends any training, workshops and meetings deemed necessary by the supervisor.
8. Assist with required vision and hearing screenings for all programs.
9. Understands, generates and documents in-kind and other allowable costs applied toward the non-federal share requirement.
10. Maintains inventory and participation requirements for the Car Seat Loaner program.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Training
1. Participate in all training and professional development activities as required under the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, OCDEL, and as planned for by the program.
 
Knowledge and Abilities
1. Considerable knowledge of health and safety practices. Must have knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood and education practices in pre-school programs.
2. Knowledge of the recent early brain development research is important.
3. Thorough knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, and best practice related to early childhood education.
4. Knowledge of state and local regulations.
5. Knowledge of local resources, customs and language helpful.
6. Ability to know and implement the Head Start Program Performance Standards and requirements, policies and practices of Head Start.
7. Obtains and maintains CLASS certification.
8. Obtains and maintains Car Seat Safety Technician certification.
9. Ability to exercise professional judgment in evaluating before making decisions.
10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, children, parents, outside agencies and the public.
11. Ability to keep all information strictly confidential.
12. Ability to use computer for data entry functions.
13. Reliable transportation to get to and from homes, agencies, offices and other locations.
14. Possess valid driver’s license and have minimum automobile coverage required by state of PA.
15. To drive agency vehicles, must be insurable by the TIU Insurance carrier.
 
Language Skills
1. Ability to communicate ideas and instructions orally and in writing.
2. Ability to speak, read and write English well enough to understand and be understood by others.
3. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general health journals and technical procedures.
4. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
5. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general social services journals and technical procedures.
6. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish).
 
Mathematical Skills
1. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts or percentages.
2. Ability to produce and interpret graphs, charts, spreadsheets and other mathematical reports.
 
Reasoning Skills
1. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
2. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions.
3. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.
 
Other Skills and Abilities
1. Basic computer skills.
2. Ability to exhibit patience and tact when communicating with children, families, staff, management, referral sources and the public.
3. Ability to project professionalism in conducting daily activities.
 
Education and Experience
1. Minimum requirement is a CDA credential.  An AA or higher in Early Childhood Education or other AA degree or higher with 6 courses in early childhood education plus six months experience working with preschool children is preferred.
2. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
3. Must be willing and able to obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification and maintain certification.
4. The program will verify references and complete a sex offender registry check.  An initial health exam with acceptable tuberculosis screening results, a clear criminal records, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances check. These are required post job offer and prior to employment. 
5. Current and former Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified.
 
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
1. Occasional need to provide gentle physical restraint to children
2. Some exposure to communicable diseases.
3. May be required to lift up to 45 pounds.
4. Noise level in work environment may be moderate to loud.
5. Some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be required for events such as home visits, parent teacher conference, and Parent meetings.
 
Standards of Conduct
By signing this job description, I agree to abide by the following Standards of Conduct as outlined in Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90 (c):
1. I agree to not use corporal punishment.
2. I agree to not use isolation to discipline a child.
3. I agree to not bind or tie a child to restrict movement or tape a child’s mouth.
4. I agree to not use or withhold food as a punishment or reward.
5. I agree to not use toilet learning/training methods that punish, demean, or humiliate a child
6. I agree to not use any form of emotional abuse, including public or private humiliation, rejecting, terrorizing, extended ignoring, or corrupting a child.
7. I agree to not physically abuse a child.
8. I agree to not use any form of verbal abuse, including profane, sarcastic language, threats, or derogatory remarks about the child or child’s family.
9. I agree to not use physical activity or outdoor time as a punishment or reward.
10. I agree to respect and promote the unique identity of each child and family and refrain from stereotyping on any basis, including gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or family composition.
11. I agree to follow program confidentiality policies concerning information about children, families, and other staff members.
12. I agree to never leave a child alone or unsupervised while under my care.
 
 





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Head Start - Juniata County

Program Aide

JobID: 471

Position Type:
  Head Start - Juniata County/Program Aide


Date Posted:
  4/29/2022


Location:
  Juniata County Head Start - Main


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General Summary
This position works as a part of a team to assist in activities in the areas of the classroom, kitchen and bus and/or to serve as a disabilities aide as needed. The position contains elements of the job descriptions of positions titled Classroom Aide, Bus Aide, Custodial Aide and Kitchen Aide as well as requiring some light cleaning duties and as a disabilities aide providing support for children with disabilities.  Works with typically developing children and/or children with special needs.   The position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers/bus routes as deemed necessary for program operations.  This position may receive content area technical support and training from the Teacher, Bus Driver, Cook and Program Managers/Specialists.
 
Fundamental Duties/Essential Functions
Duties of the position are described in major functional areas listed below.  Additional duties may be assigned
 
Classroom Aide
1. Assists classroom staff in all classroom activities, field trips and outdoor activities including lesson plans.
2. Assists in developing materials and providing activities related to the cultural background of the children and families served.
3. Helps supervise at mealtime, eating with the children to encourage good nutrition and proper social skills.
4. Helps keep the classroom and its contents clean and orderly.
5. Assists the Teacher in any aspect of the program as the need arises.
6. Serves as a substitute in the absence of the Teacher or Assistant Teacher.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Bus Aide
 
1. Assists driver in keeping the interior of the vehicle clean at all times.
2. Assists with cleaning the exterior of the vehicle as weather allows.
3. Maintains accurate record keeping for program requirements.
4. Reports any damage or malfunction immediately to the Bus Driver.
5. Assists, as requested, to perform safety checklist of the interior of the bus, including maintenance of fire safety supplies and seat belts.
6. Ensures that the bus is empty at the end of each run and that all children are accounted for.
7. Interacts with children during bus route for socializing and educational experiences.
8. Ensures that children remain seated and with seat belts on at all times.
9. Assists with parents/families signing children on and off the bus.
10. Communicates with parents/families as needed.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Kitchen Aide
1. Completes routine kitchen/dining room/food chores as assigned.
2. Prepares necessary food and serving items or service prior to or after use.
3. Participates in kitchen clean up, inventory and other kitchen tasks as requested.
4. Substitutes for regular Cook or Assistant Cook as needed.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
 
 
Disabilities Aide
 
1. Works with assigned children with disabilities.
2. Supports the work of the classroom staff, Specialists, Managers and/or the Mental Health Consultant in carrying out individual plans for children with special needs.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Training and Other
1. Attends all workshops and meetings as deemed necessary by the supervisor.
2. Attends all required staff and parent meetings and activities.
3. Responsible for understanding Head Start Program Performance Standards and other required local regulations.  If working in a Pre-K Counts classroom, responsible to understand the state regulations as determined by OCDEL
4. Successfully completes and maintains Basic First Aid and CPR certification.
5. Is knowledgeable of the regulations associated with prevention of occupational disease and injury, including the exercise of universal precautions and the prevention of contamination.  
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Training
1. Participate in all training and professional development activities as required under the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, OCDEL, and as planned for by the program.
 
Knowledge and Abilities
1. Knowledge of the basics of working with preschool children. 
2. Knowledge of the purpose of the respective program employed to work under (HS/EHS/PKC). 
3. Knowledge of basic food preparation, serving and sanitation practices.  
4. Knowledge of local resources, customs and language helpful.
5. Ability to relate sensitively with children and to work well with staff and parents and families. 
6. Ability to follow directions and take initiative. 
7. Ability to keep all information on families strictly confidential. 
8. Ability to communicate effectively with children and staff. 
9. Must have the physical, emotional and mental ability to assist the Bus Driver with a vehicle full of children in a safe and pleasant manner when riding the bus. 
10. Ability to work with children with disabilities. 
 
Language Skills
1. Ability to communicate both written and orally. 
2. Ability to follow directions from both written and oral instructions.
3. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.
4. Ability to communicate with families and children in a positive and helpful manner.
5. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from community.
6. Bilingual skills helpful (English/Spanish).
 
Mathematical Skills
1. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
 
Reasoning Skills
1. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
 
 
Other Skills and Abilities
1. Ability to exhibit patience and tact when communicating with children, families, staff, management, referral sources and the public.
2. Ability to project professionalism in conducting daily activities.
 
Education and Experience
1.   This is an entry-level position. 
2.   The minimum requirement is that the individual be 18 years of age. 
3.   Must have a high school diploma or GED  
4.   Must be willing and able to obtain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification and maintain certification.
5.   The program will verify references and complete a sex offender registry check.  An initial health exam with acceptable tuberculosis screening results, a clear criminal records, FBI, and Child Abuse clearances check. These are required post job offer and prior to employment. 
6.   Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified. 
 
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
1. Time spent riding on public roads in changing weather conditions. 
2. Requires riding in all weather conditions including rain, snow, ice, wind, heat, etc. 
3. Must be able to assist in changing tires and make other minor repairs as necessary.
4. May be required to lift up to 45 pounds.
5. Some exposure to communicable diseases.
6. Noise level in work environment may be moderate to loud.
7. Work is typically performed in a classroom, kitchen or bus setting and some office work may be required.
8. Some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be required for events such as home visits, parent teacher conference, Parent Committee meetings, community and social events.
 
Standards of Conduct
By signing this job description, I agree to abide by the following Standards of Conduct as outlined in Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90 (c):
1. I agree to not use corporal punishment.
2. I agree to not use isolation to discipline a child.
3. I agree to not bind or tie a child to restrict movement or tape a child’s mouth.
4. I agree to not use or withhold food as a punishment or reward.
5. I agree to not use toilet learning/training methods that punish, demean, or humiliate a child
6. I agree to not use any form of emotional abuse, including public or private humiliation, rejecting, terrorizing, extended ignoring, or corrupting a child.
7. I agree to not physically abuse a child.
8. I agree to not use any form of verbal abuse, including profane, sarcastic language, threats, or derogatory remarks about the child or child’s family.
9. I agree to not use physical activity or outdoor time as a punishment or reward.
10. I agree to respect and promote the unique identity of each child and family and refrain from stereotyping on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, disability, sexual orientation or family composition.
11. I agree to follow program confidentiality policies concerning information about children, families, and other staff members.
12. I agree to never leave a child alone or unsupervised while under my care.
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