SCMCAA·Poplar Bluff, Missouri
The Class Aide provides daily assistance in the Early Head Start classroom, working alongside the Lead Teacher and Teacher to support children, including those with special needs. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, maintaining a safe environment, and participating in training and meetings.
Reports directly to: Teacher Site Supervisor Education Manager
The Class Aide is responsible for providing additional daily assistance in the Early Head Start classroom. A Class Aide may function as a disability aide, providing one-on-one attention to a child that has special needs or requires additional assistance. The Class Aide will work alongside the Lead Teacher and Teacher to provide an educational environment for all children enrolled in the Early Head Start classroom.
1. Work as a team with other teaching staff and assist with daily activities in the Early Head Start center as required. 2. Responsible for assisting with special needs children, as well as other children in the Early Head Start classroom. Assist in classroom, bathroom, mealtimes, playground, and field trips. 3. Assist with documentation of required paperwork for children with special needs. 4. Assist with maintaining a clean and safe environment. 5. Report all accidents to supervisor immediately. 6. Participate in appropriate Early Head Start training. Attend parent committee (Team Builders) meetings, center staff meetings, in-service training, and other training as required or requested by management staff and/or supervisor. 7. Ensure that emergency supplies are maintained and properly stored in accordance with agency policy and procedures. 8. Work cooperatively with all Head Start/Early Head Start staff. 9. Understand responsibility of being a mandated reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect. Read and understand Child Abuse and Neglect Policy. Failure to follow reporting procedures, including incidents involving other staff members, may result in termination. 10.Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.
1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Possess or obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Must begin CDA classes within six months of hire date. 3. Knowledge of program curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and related program performance standards. 4. Relate to children and parents in a positive, constructive manner. 5. Develop and implement classroom activities based on children’s individual needs. 6. Work well with other center staff, parents, and managers. 7. Knowledge of basic child development, as well as child care and guidance knowledge. 8. Maintain conduct that promotes a positive image to staff, parents, agency and community. 9. Obtain initial medical exam and TB assessment within 30 days of employment. Complete a medical exam and TB assessment every five years following initial employment. 10.Pass background screen, child abuse/neglect screen, drug screen, and be subject to random drug testing.
Possess personal qualifications: emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the standards of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities. Must have good verbal communication skills and visual ability to observe children. Ability to fulfill responsibilities under pressure, including during emergencies.
Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Risk involved with travel on main highways, side streets and rural roads during the transportation of children. Risk of exposure to communicable diseases. Must be able to lift 55 pounds, many times a day, climb into the school bus, bend, kneel and squat frequently. Job requires standing for long periods of time, as well as stooping, squatting, running; and sitting in child sized chairs and/or on the floor.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position, including changes in location, classroom, caseload, and hours. The Executive Director may, at any time, for disciplinary purposes, the utilization of personnel, or for the general good of the program, reassign an employee from one position to another position.
I accept the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this position description. This position is not exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Rev 8/21
Market context
In Missouri, EHS Class Aide roles often reflect steady demand in early childhood and Head Start settings, where programs need dependable support staff who can meet compliance requirements. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who can pass background checks, maintain the health standards for the role, and earn a CDA within six months. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your diploma status and plan for CDA coursework before applying.