United Community Center · 1 month ago
Program Aide ELA
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelUnited Community Center is seeking a Program Aide ELA to assist in classroom, kitchen, and transportation activities. The role involves supporting children with and without disabilities, maintaining a safe and organized environment, and collaborating with staff to enhance the educational experience.
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Responsibilities
Assists classroom staff in all classroom activities, field trips and outdoor activities included in lesson plans
Dress in clothing which is appropriate for outdoor activity and all-weather conditions and be prepared to go outdoors daily
Assists in developing materials and providing activities related to the cultural background of the children and families served
Helps supervise at mealtime, eating with the children to encourage good nutrition and social skills
Helps keep the classroom and its contents clean and orderly
Assists the teacher in any aspect of the program as the need arises (e.g., at Family Nights, copying newsletters, cutting out classroom materials, making phone calls, etc.)
Serves as a temporary substitute in the periodic absence of the assistant teacher or teacher
Empties trash or garbage containers if needed before the custodian or janitor services
Sanitizes surfaces, picks up and puts away materials in the classroom or kitchen in order to maintain a safe and organized environment
Serves as janitor in the absence of the regular custodian or janitor on a periodic basis
Does light yard work or snow removal
Completes routine kitchen/dining room/food chores as assigned (e.g., dishwashing, portioning foods, taking and logging temperature of foods received from vendors, etc.)
Prepares necessary food and serving items for service prior to or after use. These duties may include the preparation of food to meet the needs of children with special needs or disabilities
Participates in food service clean up, inventory and other food service tasks as requested
Substitutes for regular Cook or Assistant Cook as needed
Assists with inventory maintenance of all necessary supplies, food and equipment used for food services operations
Assists with the processing and storage of food and food related items as they are delivered
Assists in carrying out a financially successful food service operation by helping to control food and labor costs
Assists with logging meals/snacks in the menu book following USDA/CACFP required documentation for food purchased, prepared and served
Supports staff/parents in preparing and cleaning up after meals/snacks for meetings, planning sessions and other special events as requested
Ensures that dishes are returned to the kitchen or food service vendor transport boxes for cleaning and preparation for the next meal
Notifies supervisor of any safety, health issues or concerns
Participates in ongoing training in food preparation and nutrition as requested
Follows the established system for cleaning to ensure that the kitchen and storage rooms are kept in a clean and sanitary manner
Reports any kitchen equipment not in good working order to supervisor to ensure the kitchen remains safe and hazard free
Prepares food in a safe and sanitary manner
Responsible for complying with all local, state and federal standards regarding hygiene and sanitation
Works with assigned children with disabilities
Supports the work of the classroom staff and managers, specialists and/or mental health consultant in carrying out individual plans for children with special needs
With direction from professional staff, follows IEP/IFSP
Understands, generates and documents in-kind and other allowable costs applied toward the non-federal share requirement
Attends all workshops and meetings as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor
Attends all required staff and parent meetings and activities
Responsible for understanding Head Start Performance Standards and local child care licensing regulations
Expected to be knowledgeable of the regulations associated with prevention of occupational disease and injury, including the exercise of universal precautions and the prevention of contamination
Positively promotes Head Start in the community
Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to Head Start/Early Head Start children, families and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures
Becomes thoroughly familiar with UCC Head Start Employee Handbook: Human Resources Policies and Procedures, UCC Head Start Operations Manual and all other UCC HS handbooks, manuals and resources and adheres to them
Comply with all Health and Safety polices including ensuring no child is left alone or unsupervised by staff, consultants, contractors, or volunteers while under my care
Performs all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
The minimum requirement is that the individual be 18 years of age
This is an entry-level position requiring no previous education or experience unless there is a local or state regulation that requires a high school diploma or G.E.D
Within 90 days of employment, must obtain and continually maintain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification (or sooner if required by local/state regulations)
Acceptable tuberculosis screening results, and an initial health exam are required post job offer and prior to employment
Knowledge of the basics of working with preschool children
Knowledge of the purpose of the Head Start/Early Head Start Program
Knowledge of basic food preparation, serving and sanitation practices
Knowledge of local resources, customs and languages helpful
Ability to relate sensitively with children and to work well with staff and parents and families
Ability to follow directions and take initiative
Ability to keep all information on families strictly confidential
Ability to communicate effectively with children and staff
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
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to learn the U.S. Department of Transportation and CDL regulations
Ability to communicate both written and orally
Ability to follow directions from both written and oral instructions
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to communicate with families and children in a positive and helpful manner
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the community
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
Ability to maintain confidentiality
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
May be required to lift to 40 pounds
To drive agency vehicles (if applicable), must have a valid driver's license be insurable by the UCC Head Start insurance carrier, and have a Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to UCC Head Start
Preferred
A high school diploma or G.E.D. is preferred
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or English and other languages present in the local area)
Current and former Head Start/Early Head Start parents will receive preference for employment vacancies for which they are qualified
Company
United Community Center
The United Community Center is a comprehensive social service agency serving the families of Milwaukee's south side.
Founded in 1970
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.28MKey Investors
Zilber Family Foundation
2023-06-01Grant
2022-06-23Grant· $0.17M
2015-09-15Series Unknown· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Laura Gutierrez
Chief Executive Officer
Lukischa Ramos
Chief Operating Officer
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