SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Classroom Assistant will assist in providing a warm and nurturing environment in which the children can grow and in addition will assist in providing individualized Head Start experiences for children. QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL: * High School Diploma or GED * Six months experience working with young children * Eighteen years of age or older * Complete criminal record check from Department of Health & Welfare's Criminal History Unit prior to consideration for hire TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL: * Treat participants, fellow staff and community members with positive regard. * Work on developmentally appropriate tasks in specific areas of need with designated children during small group time. * Provide appropriate role model for behavior, speech, eating, etc. * Attend post-class evaluations and provide information to Lead Teacher about the child's activities/progress for that day. * Manage behavior through acceptable methods. If there are questions ask the Family Educators or Mental Health Professional. * Attend training as requested by supervisor and provided by program. * Complete paper work as assigned by supervisor. * Work with entire class as assigned by supervisor. * Participate in an individualized continuing education plan including CPR and First Aid. ADDITIONAL: * Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children's records and information relating to the center * Demonstrate sensitivity to children * Perform other duties as assigned Required Experience Minimum: Six months experience working with young children Company Location Wendell - Head Start Position Type Full-Time/Regular Salary 14.47 - USD Is this position grant-funded? Yes FLSA Non-exempt Months per year? 189 days/10 months What are the work days/hours? Monday-Friday 40 hours per week August-May Open to current employees only? No Cover letter required? Yes Unofficial transcripts required? No Apply