Preschool Classroom Assistant/Kitchen Support at Open Space Early Learning Center

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Assistance, Kitchen Support, Meal Preparation, Food Serving, Allergy Awareness, Inventory Management, Sanitation Standards, Child Interaction, Curriculum Support, Teacher Breaks Coverage, Record Keeping, Vendor Relations, CPR, First Aid, Food Handler License, Mandated Reporter

Industry

E-Learning Providers

Description

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance Open Space Early Learning Center is currently hiring for a Classroom Assistant/Kitchen Support position! If you are passionate about working with our littlest humans and ensuring they are well-fed and also have the opportunity to learn how to grow and thrive in their environment, we would love to meet you! We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment! Classroom Job Duties include but are not limited to: Assist in classrooms as outlined in the Daily Schedule Remain flexible in classroom assignments in order to maintain the safety of all students Assist staff with both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy. Provide breaks and lunches for classroom teachers Assist in all areas of daily center activities, including meal preparation and serving Meeting the individual needs of every child by interacting with them to encourage and support play, exploration, and learning Collaborating with families to create inclusive and culturally relevant classroom and curriculum Providing a fun, welcoming, warm and safe classroom environment Professional daily interactions and active communication with children, co-workers, and parents. Meeting and following requirements of all licensing agencies Kitchen Job Duties include but are not limited to: Meeting and following requirements as of all licensing agencies. Serving all meals, including breakfast, lunch, snack, being especially mindful of allergies Is aware of daily attendance when making food and working independently to ensure that all meals are served on time Responsible for ordering all meals, and meal related items Maintaining a working professional relationship with food vendors Maintaining records of food allergies, and ensuring classrooms have knowledge of food allergens Organizes the foodservice environment and takes responsibility for maintaining it, including general upkeep. Maintains proper sanitation in the kitchen, common areas, janitorial closet, and storage areas Keeps food and cleaning supply inventory in proper amounts (including paper towels, gloves, and hand soap) Remain in compliance with DCFS and The Chicago Department of Public Health sanitation standards while prepping fun and healthy snacks and meals that are catered in. Qualifications American Heart Association or Red Cross CPR & First Aid training New Illinois Food Handler or Food Manager's License Current Gateways Membership Inccrra Training: Sudden Infant Death Inccrra Training: Shaken Baby Syndrome Inccrra Training: Trauma Informed Practice Mandated Reporter Training Physical within last 6 months Proof of TB Test, TDAP, and 2 Doses of MMR and immunization Proof of a completed primary series of Covid-19 vaccination 3 letters of recommendation Proof of Education -- Official Transcripts or HS Diploma Personnel will have a fingerprinting and/or criminal investigation report completed

Responsibilities

The role involves assisting in preschool classrooms by supporting daily schedules, providing breaks for teachers, and interacting with children to encourage learning and play. Additionally, the position requires managing kitchen duties, including serving all meals while being mindful of allergies, ordering supplies, and maintaining sanitation standards.