Head Start Teacher Assistant - Boswell 1

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION The Teacher (Sub) is responsible for assisting the Classroom Staff in the implementation of a classroom program designed to give each child an opportunity to participate in experiences that will enrich his/her development in a safe environment.Teacher Subs take the place of Teachers absent for a period of time on an as needed basis, i.e.: illness, vacation or training. Helps recruit potential parents by providing information to them about the various program services and benefits offered to enrolled children and families.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Classroom Operations 1. Assists classroom staff with implementation of daily activities and classroom management principles. 2. Assist in implementing classroom activities around concepts that incorporate the interests of the classroom community and meet goals and objectives outlined in the Creative Curriculum. 3. Maintain enough flexibility to allow children’s interests to guide classroom direction 4. Be responsible for and lead some activities as requested by the Teacher, Preschool Assistant Teacher, Infant Toddler Teacher, or center leadership.  5. Establish and maintain positive, pleasant and trusting relationships with parents, respecting their individual needs and maintaining professional and appropriate boundaries. 6. Know all medical conditions/needs of the children in the classroom (including allergies) and how to respond to these needs.  7. Discuss what will be communicated to parents with the classroom team in order to give parents consistent messages in accordance with the Data Privacy policy. 8. Tends to children's personal hygiene needs including diaper changing, cleaning, feeding, and changing soiled or wet clothes. 9. Assume other duties as requested by the classroom staff or center leadership.   Safety & Sanitation 1. Maintains a safe, clean, care-giving environment, practices good personal hygiene and hand washing, and assures the well-being and safety of all of the children in that environment. 2. Utilizes disciplinary measures appropriately as outlined in the Behavior Guidance Policies and Procedures. 3. Protects all children from physical punishment or verbal abuse by anyone in any program activity, and immediately reports any such incident to the person in charge. 4. Provides for the physical safety of each child from arrival time until departure time. 5. Assures that safety and sanitation policies and procedures are followed appropriately. 6. Assures that children are dressed appropriately for the weather and type of play in which they are engaged. 7. Assures that children are supervised at all times. 8. Have or obtain within 90 days of hire a First Aid and CPR Certification as well as maintain the certification during employment. Administer First Aid and/or CPR when necessary.   Communication 1. Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm. 2. Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with other staff, parents and volunteers in planning and implementing activities for the program/classroom. 3. Maintains a positive, calm attitude and a pleasant, soothing voice, and models this attitude and voice for parents and others working or volunteering in the program.   MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 1. Educational and experience requirements: * A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (infant/toddlers or preschool) and 1,560 hours of experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public school system OR; * AA degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field with 12 credits of accepted, education-related coursework and 1,040 hours experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public school system OR; * BA/BS degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or related field with 12 credits of accepted, education-related coursework and 1,040 hours experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public school system OR; * MA/MS degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or related field with 12 credits of accepted, education-related coursework and 1,040 hours experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public school system. 2. Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems as needed for position.

As a Food Service Assistant at Bezos Academy, you’ll help provide nutritious, compliant meals to children at our tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschool and provide direct support with a variety of additional tasks both in and out of the classroom. You will manage all aspects of food preparation and service with strong attention to detail, organization, and adherence to safety protocols. Key responsibilities include preparing CACFP-compliant menus, placing food orders and managing food costs, receiving and verifying food deliveries, ensuring all meals are delivered to classrooms on time, and managing all clean-up, organization, and documentation. Assuming full ownership of the kitchen and food operations at the school, you will serve meals in accordance with USDA requirements, Bezos Academy policies, and local childcare regulations. Beyond the kitchen, you will assist school staff and administration with a variety of tasks including inventory checks, laundry, and other ad hoc duties. As needed, you will also occasionally step into classrooms to provide direct supervision and support to the children. You will become an integral part of your school team working to improve processes and provide an excellent preschool experience where we nurture every child’s full potential.    LOCATIONS & START DATE We are actively hiring for a Food Service Assistant for the launch of our new preschool in Denton (1820 Frame Street, Denton, TX 76209 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1820+Frame+St,+Denton,+TX+76209/@33.2318561,-97.1271483,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x864dcba4ede90009:0xc829080848017ebc!8m2!3d33.2318561!4d-97.124568!16s%2Fg%2F11vy2hmz9x?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]) with an expected start date of August 2026.   SCHEDULE, BENEFITS, & COMPENSATION * School schedules vary depending on community needs but generally range from 8am-5:30pm, with teachers staggered across these hours with varying start and end times totaling no more than 8 hours per day. Your specific schedule will be determined with your school leader when considering all staff, classroom, and community needs. * This is a full-time (40 hours per week), benefits-eligible, non-exempt/hourly position. * Compensation for this position is $21-31 per hour (~$44,000 – $66,000 annually). The upper third of the compensation range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting compensation will vary by qualifications and prior experience. * This role includes 32 paid days of scheduled breaks, 3 paid days of personal time off, 9 paid days of sick (care) time, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match, paid parental leave, an employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care, and more. Please see here [https://day1academies.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/IQCuIl5IdYk7SY45rzPLI2poAcBo-a6bPiAyjGWMk9imO7s?e=HIB2Kv] for details. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   * Age 18 with high school diploma or GED   * Ability to pass background checks and complete all trainings required by the Texas Department of Children, Youth, and Families upon hire * Knowledge of cooking methods and procedures, including various types of preparation * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and perform a variety of repetitive tasks to prepare and serve food safely * Experience working in an institutional or highly regulated kitchen/food setting with a clear understanding of food preparation best practices and protocols * Active and current food worker card * Understanding of Texas food and beverage worker manual * Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently * Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS   * Experience working within the guidelines of the US Department of Agriculture and Child and Adult Care Food Program [https://www.fns.usda.gov/cacfp] (USDA/CACFP)  * Two or more years of experience working in a school (preschool, early childhood education, daycare, or K-12 environment) or similar kitchen setting  * Working knowledge of food allergens, intolerances, preferences, and accommodations  * Prior experience as an Assistant Teacher in a preschool setting  * Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or two years of post-secondary coursework in Early Childhood Education  * Experience with Montessori pedagogy  * Experience with children with special needs  * Fluent in Spanish    RESPONSIBILITIES  *NOTE: The combination of responsibilities may vary based on the needs of the school site, students, and prior experiences of the Food Service Assistant.    Food Service and Site Operations  * Place weekly food orders with the vendor based on student attendance trends and food waste analysis * Receive and verify daily food deliveries to ensure accuracy with order quantities and alignment with the approved menu. If meals are non-compliant, follow the Emergency Food SOP * Manage all aspects of routine vendor performance to ensure the vendor is meeting or exceeding expectations * Ensure all meals served to students are complaint and document any menu changes on menu.  * Track food consumption and waste daily to ensure food costs remain as lean and efficient as possible * Prepare and serve meals and utensils to classrooms for each scheduled meal service * Maintain compliance with strict food hygiene and safety protocols at all times * Ensure the kitchen, equipment, serving utensils, cookware, and dishes are consistently cleaned, sanitized, and well-maintained * Manage and organize food inventory, including proper labeling, dating, rotating stock, and discarding items nearing expiration in accordance with food safety guidelines * Record and log food temperatures prior to each meal service to ensure compliance with safety regulations * Accommodate children’s special dietary needs, including allergies, medical restrictions, and cultural or religious food requirements * Assist in serving meals during family engagement and school events as needed   Added responsibilities if food is prepared on-site:  * Place weekly groceries orders based on the menu and current inventory * Receive and verify food delivery and follow up with vendor if food delivered is incorrect based on the order or spoiled * Prepare meals according to the planned menu and adapt recipes for dietary restrictions (allergies, religious diets, vegetarian, etc.) * Prepare meals on a schedule (breakfast/lunch/snack) * Adapt the menu (make substitutions) to avoid food spoilage and waste following the Menu Substitution SOP * Help plan menus that are nutritious, budget-friendly, and appealing to students    Added responsibilities if school is under CACFP:  * Ensure vendor provides a delivery receipt and keep it for 3 years * Children receive the appropriate portion sizes for each meal pattern component by providing correctly sized serving utensils and clearly communicating the required serving sizes to classroom staff upon meal delivery * Review meal counts for accuracy and upload into SharePoint weekly  * If there are any menu substitutions, provide the necessary menu-supporting documentation (CN label, product formulation statement, Nutrition Facts, standardized recipe) * Attend the required annual sponsor CACFP training that includes meal pattern, reimbursement, meal counts, claims, recordkeeping, and civil rights * Clock in/out of Workday based on food-related responsibilities   Classroom Support  * Provide classroom coverage as needed  * Assist teachers with the full implementation of Bezos Academy’s performance standards, policies, and procedures  * Support Bezos Academy classrooms by following regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom (i.e., cleaning materials, meal prep, nap time transitions, etc.)  * Organize materials and clean the workspace to facilitate the learning process for each child  * Support children’s increasing independence with daily living skills (i.e., washing hands, using the bathroom, eating meals and snacks, cleaning up, etc.)  * Provide 1:1 support for children who are experiencing big feelings  * Develop positive relationships with children    Other   * Assist the Head of School and school staff in other operational duties in the school as necessary when the kitchen work is complete (e.g., support with laundry, front desk support, and other duties as assigned by the Head of School)  * Participate in team meetings, center activities, and staff development    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bezos Academy participates in E-Verify [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf] and will provide the federal government with employee Form I-9 Information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Bezos Academy only uses E-Verify once a candidate has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. If E-Verify cannot confirm that an employee is authorized to work, Bezos Academy will give the employee written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so the employee can begin to resolve the issue before any adverse employment action is taken. For more information about your right to work, please see the Notice of Right to Work. [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf] We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are in need of an accommodation to participate in the application process, please reach out to talent@bezosacademy.org [talent@bezosacademy.org]. We will work with you to ensure you have a fair opportunity to apply for our open positions.     If you are a current Bezos Academy employee, please use the internal job board [../../internal_job_board] to apply.