Classroom Instructional Aide

JOB TITLE: Classroom Instructional Aide

DEPARTMENT: Early Learning

REPORTS TO: Site Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

GRADE/SALARY RANGE: Grade 6

REVISION DATE: 09/2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Head Start Classroom Instructional Aide provides essential support to the Teacher and Assistant Teacher in implementing daily classroom activities that promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and the program curriculum. The Classroom Instructional Aide may be assigned to a primary classroom and is expected to float between classrooms as needed to maintain staff-child ratios and ensure consistent quality of care and supervision.

CHILDREN SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITY

Responsible for child supervision and for keeping children safe.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist the Teacher and Assistant Teacher in planning, implementing, and developing developmentally appropriate activities that support individualized goals for children.

• Support classroom routines and transitions while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, mealtimes, field trips, and all other program activities while maintaining appropriate staff-child ratios.

• Assist in maintaining an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment in compliance with program health and safety requirements.

• Provide individualized support and encouragement to children while fostering independence and self-regulation skills.

• Assist with the completion and maintenance of child documentation and other required records as directed by the Teacher.

• Participate in classroom team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities as required.

• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

• Provide coverage and support to other classrooms as needed to maintain compliance with licensing regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.

• Maintain the physical ability to monitor and respond quickly to children who are highly active and may require redirection to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a classroom volunteer or substitute in an early childhood setting.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative teaching team.

• Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Must meet all state and federal Head Start requirements, including background checks, health screenings, and ongoing professional development requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

HOURS/DAY

0-1

1-2

2-4

4-7

Standing

X

Sitting

X

Reaching

X

Driving

X

Walking

X

Twisting

X

Squatting

X

Lifting

X

Bending

X

Gripping

X

Keyboard Use

X

Please Note: Must be able to lift a child with an average weight of 50 pounds, if necessary.

BENEFITS

We continue to work diligently at finding just the right people who can fit into our desire to fulfill our important mission. To find and retain the right people, Alliance for Community Empowerment Inc. provides benefits that support our staff’s personal needs such as:

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Telehealth access
• Paid life and disability insurance
• Paid dependent life insurance
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid long-term disability
• Medical Flexible – a flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Three weeks & 14 Holidays)

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