Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.35 - $24.77
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Supportive team environment
child care assistance
Job Description
Porter-Leath is a well-respected nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through comprehensive programs that promote health, education, and family stability. Serving the community with compassion and professionalism, Porter-Leath focuses particularly on vulnerable populations including pregnant women, infants, toddlers, and young children. The organization’s Early Head Start Program is designed to provide high-quality early childhood education, nutritious meals, and family support services to infants and toddlers from birth to age three and a half. Through this program, Porter-Leath aims to foster the physical, social, and emotional development of young children while preparing families for long-term success... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or G.E.D. required
- ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- ability to stand, sit, talk or hear regularly
- valid driver’s license with a good driving record and appropriate insurance
- ability to work in a non-smoking environment
- ability to work under the standards set by Head Start, NAEYC, CWLA, CACFP, USDA, Tennessee Day Care Licensing and Porter-Leath
- maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues professionally
- meet physical demands including close and color vision
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or G.E.D.
- preferred CDA with Infant Toddler endorsement
- preferred Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
- previous Early Head Start experience is preferred
- two years of relevant work experience with infants and/or toddlers
- preferred CPR and First Aid certification
- knowledge of Health Department standards for food preparation and cleanliness
- ability to provide care to children birth to 3 and a half years
- strong oral and written communication skills
- demonstrated organizational skills
- ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities
- teamwork and cooperative abilities
Job Duties
- prep and serve home-style meals for children in the Early Head Start program according to menu and USDA dietary allowances
- assist with kitchen operations as needed
- maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area including washing dishes, cleaning counters and equipment, sweeping and mopping
- relieve teachers during break periods and serve as classroom substitute as needed
- maintain and regularly update inventory of food, food supplies and kitchen equipment
- assist with reporting kitchen information and maintaining records of attendance and meal counts
- comply with all Health Department, USDA, and Porter-Leath requirements regarding food preparation, storage and cleanliness
- act as a role model and mentor to families and staff in the program
- keep Site Manager informed of programmatic issues in a timely manner
- work cooperatively with other staff to create a positive, enriching, and safe environment for children, families and staff
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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