Center Operations Assistant - Head Start

About the role

ADVOCAP, Inc., is an established, recognized leader with over 60 years of experience in delivering effective anti-poverty and self-sufficiency programs and services. We are a private, nonprofit Community Action Agency committed to our mission of "creating opportunities for people and communities to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency." The Head Start program is accepting applications for a Center Operations Assistant for our Fond du Lac Head Start Center, which prepares children ages 3-5 with quality early childhood education in Fond du Lac and Green Lake counties.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage as needed to maintain required staff-to-child ratios during breaks, meetings, staff absences, emergencies, transitions, and other operational needs
• Assist with daily supervision of children, implementing active supervision strategies and maintaining a safe, nurturing learning environment
• Monitor classrooms, common areas, and facilities to identify safety concerns, maintenance needs, or compliance issues and communicate them promptly to the Center Operations Manager
• Support child safety and program operations as needed, including child supervision, bus monitoring, kitchen or meal service support, classroom assistance, and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate degree from a 2-year college/technical school and two to three years of previous work experience or an equivalent combination
• MS Office and database experience required
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally (up to 10% of time) using a personal vehicle
• CPR certified or willing to obtain
• Physical/TB/drug screen and comprehensive background check required
• Reliable attendance and a professional work ethic