Head Start Individual Special Needs Aide (temporary)

Job Summary
The Head Start Special Needs Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting children with disabilities and their families. This position provides additional assistance to the classroom teacher in planning, organizing and supervising children with identified special needs who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Job Responsibilities:

• Works directly with children with identified special needs ages 3-5, in daily classroom activities;
• Understanding of IEP processes and regulations governing special education services while following recommendations outlined in the child's IEP;
• Ability to implement behavior management strategies that promote positive behavior among students.
• Implement Active Supervision in classroom to ensure safe environments for all children;
• Exhibits an understanding of Head Start School Readiness outcomes by incorporating them into the classroom as directed by the Head Start teacher;
• Assures compliance with HSCFDC Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, Head Start Performance Standards, and WI Daycare Licensing Regulations.
• Assists the teacher in planning children’s individual and group learning experiences, indoor play activities, music and art, hygiene and nutrition programs;
• If needed, participate in parent meetings and individual conferences;
• Attends staff meetings, training sessions, etc.;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Strong ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals in various settings.
• Experience working with children, particularly those with disabilities, is essential.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles is crucial for advocating effectively for children's needs.
• Demonstrated experience in classroom management techniques that foster an inclusive environment.
• Good knowledge of preschool child’s mental, emotional and social development.
• Ability to keep records and make reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Patience, good judgement, resourcefulness.
• Reliability and good attendance are mandatory.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and health screen.

Physical Activity: Normal office procedures, able to lift and carry 50 pounds safely, sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and turning.

This role is vital for creating an inclusive educational environment where every child can thrive. If you are passionate about advocating for children with special needs and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply. This position is part-time, temporary for the school year.

In addition to criminal background checks, applicants are required to complete an agency application found on the Head Start Website, https://headstartcouleeregion.com/. Use the application link found on the Agency tab, under the Employment subtab.

*Current and former Head Start parents are encouraged to apply for hire into positions for which they are qualified.

*Candidates for hire into all HSCFDC, Inc. positions must be comfortable working with diverse, ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds of the communities in which they are applying for work, and must be able to effectively communicate with the children and families of this community.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.37 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Physical Setting:

• School

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18