Sarpy County Head Start Substitute

Essential Requirements

• No history of child abuse or negligence.
• A High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• A current Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or comparable credential) with training or equivalent coursework in early childhood development.
• Head Start or Early Head Start experience preferred but not required.
• This position is eligible for VEOA Veteran’s Preference.
• Successfully pass required background checks.
• Regular and dependable in person attendance is required and is considered a condition of employment.
• The assigned duties of this position are not eligible for remote work consideration.

Essential Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with the ESU #3 Board of Education Personnel Policies and Employee Handbook.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, Program Performance Standards, Nebraska Department of Education Rule 11, and Head Start policies and procedures.
• Follow directions (written and oral) in an efficient manner.
• Utilize active supervision guidelines to ensure that all necessary and reasonable precautions are taken to protect children and monitor the learning environment for health and safety.
• Participate in health and nutrition activities to include family style meals.
• Support the learning environment and assist with various activities in the classroom as directed by the Head Start/Early Head Start staff.
• Support children in problem solving and resolving conflicts under the supervision and direction of the Head Start/Early Head Start staff.
• Maintain positive working relationships with SCHS co-workers, specialists and supervisors.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding co-workers, agency, as well as family and child information.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.