Sarpy County Head Start Substitute

Department: Sarpy County Head StartFLSA Status: Non-Exempt Immediate Supervisor: Classroom Teacher/Assistant Coordinator SCHSStaff Supervised: none

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.

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. At Will Employment: Employment with ESU #3 is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with ESU #3 is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment containing terms different from or inconsistent with those stated in this job description. The terms of this job description may not be modified except in writing signed by the ESU #3 CEO.

Essential Physical Requirements: Stamina Sitting - XWalking - XStanding - XFlexibility Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person - XBending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person - XSquatting/Stooping/Kneeling - XReaching above the head - XReaching forward - XRepeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.) - XActivities Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.) - XHand/grip strength - XDriving on the job - XTyping non-stop - XUse of Arms and Hands Manual dexterity (using a wrench or screwing a lid on a jar) - XFinger dexterity (typing or putting a nut on a bolt) -

XLifting Requirements: Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply)Floor to waist - XWaist to shoulder - XShoulder to overhead - XLifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply)Floor to waist - XWaist to shoulder - XShoulder to overhead - XLifting 26 to 50 pounds (Mark all that apply)Floor to waist - XWaist to shoulder - XShoulder to overhead - XLifting 51 to 75 pounds (Mark all that apply)Floor to waist - XWaist to shoulder - XShoulder to overhead - XCan load/items weighing over 50 pounds that are lifted or carried be shared, or reduced into smaller loads? - XPushing/Pulling 25 to 50 pounds - X51 to 75 pounds - X76 to 90 pounds - XOver 90 pounds - XCarrying 10 to 25 pounds - X26 to 50 pounds - X51 to 75 pounds - X76 to 90 pounds - XThe statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the supervisor.