INTERLOCAL CAP, INC. HEAD START PROGRAM ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY

ICAP is a private, non-profit agency mobilizing private and public sector resources to help low and moderate income people improve their living conditions. The Head Start division is a federal program for preschool children from low-income families. Children who attend Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities, and services offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities. The Head Start Program Assistant will provide support to Administrative Staff and all program components.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Must possess record of current Tuberculin test and physical examination attesting to the fact that the individual is free from communicable disease. Consent to and successful review of a Limited Criminal History review, National Sex Offender check, and FBI fingerprinting. Must be willing to work flexible work hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Must have basic computer skills. Must be certified in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid.

MAJOR DUTIES/FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow the directions of the Administrative Assistant and the Director of Children's Services. Serves as support staff to all component areas (substitute teacher, bus driver). Assist Administrative staff when free from other responsibilities; file management. Assist with the Recruitment Program for the following year enrollment by completing 10 profiles. (Jan. to May) Responsible for all laminating and all die cutting. Attend all required Head Start trainings. Maintain a Staff Credential Plan, while working toward credential. Responsible for cleaning and organizing the Education storage room. Responsible for helping in filling classroom requests. Run errands for Administrative staff. Relate any classroom or personal problems directly to the Director of Children's Services. Maintain confidentiality among Administrative Staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The Program Assistant receives direct supervision from the Administrative Assistant or the Director of Children's Services.

POSITION/CLASSIFICATION

Support Service - Level IV (Non- Exempt)

SALARY RANGE

DOQ

HOURS PER WEEK

20-29 WEEKS

PER YEAR

44 SPECIAL

CONDITIONS

Reduction in the workforce resulting in job elimination may become necessary due to reorganization or loss of program funds.

WORK SCHEDULE

Hours designated by supervisor

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.26 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off

Experience:

Classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person