Head Start
HeadStartSiteAide
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“Head Start Site Aide at Head Start. Skills: classroom support, kitchen support, operational support. Providing flexible classroom, kitchen, and operational support across Jefferson County Head Start sites. Assists with classroom routines”
Industry & Context.
Must have a personal vehicle that can be used to travel between five program sites, Mileage will be reimbursed, Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of CBI and FBI criminal history, sex offender registry check, child abuse and neglect records check, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references., Must have training on: universal precautions, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and food safety certification within the first 30 days of hire., Must obtain physical examination and tuberculosis test at hire., Must be able to carry/lift loads greater than 35 pounds and transport up to 50 pounds on occasion., 100% of time spent standing and walking., Standing/walking for entire shift, frequently carrying/lifting loads greater than 35 pounds, and occasionally transporting up to 50 pounds., A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer for every position.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
None
Nice to Have
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required., Experience working in early childhood, food service, custodial, operational support, or related environments preferred., Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving supplies and materials throughout the workday., Being a reliable team player who is flexible/adaptable., Basic math skills., Excellent customer service skills., Passionate about the education of young children.
What You'll Do.
Providing flexible classroom
and operational support across Jefferson County Head Start sites
Assists with classroom routines
operational readiness
meal preparation support
and putting away inventory and supplies
Maintain the cleanliness
and organization of classrooms
and site environments.
Support operational needs and daily site readiness
responding to emergent support needs
helping maintain safe
and welcoming environments
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works closely with teaching, operations, and kitchen staff to support children, families, and program services.; Attend and participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and events, as needed.
Full Job Description
. **Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:** 05/31/26 **Division:** Head Start Division **Management Level:** Individual Contributor **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Benefit Eligibility:** This position is non-benefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month. **Description:** **JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:** **Part-Time! No weekends! Professional development and growth opportunities!** As part of Jefferson County’s Head Start department, the **Head Start Site Aide** is responsible for providing flexible classroom, kitchen, and operational support across Jefferson County Head Start sites to ensure continuity of services, safe learning environments, and smooth daily operations. This position supports daily staffing coverage needs across five program sites and assists with classroom routines, food service support, site cleanliness, inventory support, and operational readiness. Works closely with teaching, operations, and kitchen staff to support children, families, and program services. _About Head Start:_**** Head Start is a no cost, all-inclusive, child-focused, and family-centered early-childhood program for children ages 0-5. A range of individualized services in the areas of education, early childhood development, medical, dental, mental health, nutrition, family support, and parent education. We strive to provide equitable and inclusive services and support to the diverse community we serve. Check out our video, Scratch Cooking at Jefferson County Head Start: [ _https://youtu.be/RRBr-QjBmAU_](https://youtu.be/RRBr-QjBmAU) Head Start offers opportunities for on-site professional development scheduled during work hours, a team-oriented program that assists with providing the best service for our families, and individualized coaching. **SCHEDULE:** This position is a temporary, non-benefited position that will be scheduled to work approximately 30 hours/week, up to 130 hours per month, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:30 pm.***
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