Program Operations Assistant II

Early Learning Connections is currently accepting applications for a Program Operations Assistant in the Butler area. A driver's license, reliable transportation, and a high school diploma (or equivalent) are required.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS :

• Assist in implementing objectives and implementation of the Agency plan according to regulations
• Assist in maintaining up to date electronic and paper files when needed.
• Contribute to the implementation of the plans according to the Head Start / EHS Program Performance Standards.
• Attend professional seminars, lectures, workshops, staff meetings, and conferences as needed.
• Works constructively with other staff and parents to maintain satisfactory communication.
• Assist the Managers in distribution of information to staff and parents and all aspects of the programs.
• Works with the Executive Assistant for the Education Department on collection of monthly paperwork, In-kind hours and distribution of monthly books to children.
• Fill supply orders and delivers to sites for all classrooms when necessary
• Helps to plan and execute recruitment events and activities.
• Maintain staff and client confidentiality.
• Assist in classroom when needed.
• Assist in the kitchen when needed including ordering / purchasing supplies and food and delivering as directed
• Assists with hearing and vision screenings for children
• Works directly with enrollment and Family Service Staff to complete tasks for family events and services.
• Greets and welcomes students and families to the building while following all drop off and pick up procedures.
• Track information as required such as building fire drills, emergency plan drills and active shooter drills.
• Assist and attend parent activities and meetings. Prepare and distribute minutes as necessary.
• Complete clerical duties as assigned.
• Advocate and collaborate with community agencies to support child, family and agency outcomes as assigned.
• Complete health and safety and playground checklists.
• Assist management in daily operation of Agency Programs.
• Promote the organization in the community by commonly sharing the responsibility of active recruitment of children.
• Support the program-wide adoption of the teaching pyramid model to promote the development of young children's social-emotional competence and address challenging behavior.
• Create and maintain a positive organizational culture by demonstrating the program-wide behavioral expectations in their social interactions with children, families, community members and colleagues.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS