Center Assistant (Project Management)

Definition: As a part of the ATCAA team, the Early Childhood Services Center Assistant plays an essential role in ATCAA as a whole. The main duties of this position are to shop and prepare food for childrens breakfast, snack and lunch and to maintain and clean the classroom on a daily basis. The person in this position will work as a part of the teaching and family service team to create a successful program serving families and children in ATCAA Early/Head Start/State Preschool centers.

Supervisor: Lead Center Teacher

Job Duties and Responsibilities Related to This Position:
Assure all required food components are served;Prepare, cook and serve meals according to Early/Head Start and CACFP guidelines;Maintain kitchen inventory. Shop and order required items;Assure that meals are served at appropriate food and safe holding temperatures and under sanitary and safe conditions;Wash dishes and all food utensils;Clean eating area, classroom and kitchen daily;Clean kitchen appliances at least once a week;Keep accurate records including all kitchen files and forms;Follow all applicable health, safety and sanitation regulations and practices;Maintain a clean and organized classroom: including daily floor cleaning, sanitizing toys and other duties per Head Start and State Preschool standards;Attend staff, in service, parent meetings and training as directed;Help in classroom occasionally.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
As a part of the ATCAA team, all employees play an essential role in ATCAA as a whole, and are expected to:
Demonstrate and encourage a professional and positive attitude in all job related activities;Maintain confidentiality in accordance with standards as outlined in the Statement of Confidentiality and Ethics;Accomplish all work activities in a safe and timely manner within assigned guidelines and consistent with ATCAAs Personnel Policies and Operating Procedures;Report and/or correct deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to health and safety;Complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor that are consistent with the definition and intent of the job description.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possess a continuously valid California drivers license with an acceptable driving record;Pass a full background check/health screening including: fingerprint clearance and TB Test prior to hire;Possess a GED or High School Diploma;Ability to operate a commercial dishwasher;Experience and knowledge of nutrition and food preparation;Ability to lift 40 pounds;Positive, professional attitude and behavior;Good personal hygiene/neat appearance.
Desired Qualifications:
Previous experience in a Head Start preschool or infant toddler setting;The ability to speak and understand Spanish;Computer experience.