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Operation Frontline Los Angeles AmeriCorps Member

	Department :		Operation Frontline
	Job Location :		Pasadena, CA
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		JOB SUMMARY: Operation Frontline Los Angeles is a program of Center for Community and Family Services and Jubilee Consortium in partnership with Share Our Strength (SOS), a national anti-hunger organization. The program teaches healthy cooking, nutrition, and food budgeting to low-income people who are most at-risk of hunger and malnutrition. The CCFS Operation Frontline AmeriCorps member will work with the Operation Frontline Program Coordinator to successfully implement these services. Responsibilities will include coordinating courses, assisting with the recruitment and support of program volunteers, program promotion and marketing, as well as other administrative and program duties. Essential responsibilities/duties include but are not limited to: • Facilitate Operation Frontline classes and coordinates class logistics • Assist with marketing, outreach, and program promotion • Assist with volunteer management • Assist with the implementation of other special projects and perform administrative work which ensures the continuation and expansion of the program EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in a related public health, nutrition, or culinary arts field OR four years of relevant experience in the health, nutrition, or culinary arts field, including at least one year working with low-income populations OR any combination of education, experience and measurable performance which demonstrates the capability to perform the duties of this position; • Experience coordinating, working with, or managing volunteers; • Bilingual Spanish is a benefit • Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends (approximately 6 times per month) for the purposes of conducting classes and to attend community meetings. • Must possess a valid California driver’s license, use of an automobile, and provide evidence of continuous automobile liability insurance. Must meet State health requirements, including passing a physical examination, and must provide verification of TB clearance. Mandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate which employee is responsible to maintain for the duration of their contract with AmeriCorps. TO APPLY: Applicants must complete an AmeriCorps application, which can be obtained at www.americorps.gov. Please also email your resume to Catherine.Luu@ccafs.org.
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Early Head Start Teacher IV

	Department :		Early Head Start
	Job Location :		Altadena, Pasadena, or Glendale
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		The Early Head Start Teacher IV is responsible for the care and education of a group of infants and/or toddlers in an Early Head Start Center. SOME MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Ability to safely supervise and handle active 0-3 year olds which involves but is not limited to: 1) circulating in the center and on the play-yard,) ability to run across room or play-yard to prevent an accident or quickly reach one which has happened, 3) administering emergency first aid if necessary and 4) ability to lift 40 lbs. • Ability to maintain a pleasant, responsive, constructive attitude toward the children, parents and staff; understands the goals and needs of the children in the program and establishes good working relationships with families of participants. • Experience working with children with disabilities desirable. • Support the Early Head Start philosophy, goals and objectives. • Knowledge of RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) and Program for Infant and Toddler Caregivers (PITC) practices desirable. Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. An example of this would be a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field of study. Teachers are required to have a Child Development Permit at the Teacher level or above. Minimum of 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development is required. The EHS Teacher IV position requires a minimum of two (2) year direct experience as a teacher or caregiver with children ages 0-5, preferable with one year of infant/toddler. Using own transportation must be able to travel to different locations to make scheduled home visits with client families. NOTE: CPR/First Aid Certification and Official Transcripts must be made available upon interview, where applicable
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Early Head Start Teacher III

	Department :		Early Head Start
	Job Location :		Altadena, Pasadena, or Glendale
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		The Early Head Start Teacher III is responsible for the care and education of a group of infants and/or toddlers in an Early Head Start Center. SOME MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Ability to safely supervise and handle active 0-3 year olds which involves but is not limited to: 1) circulating in the center and on the play-yard,) ability to run across room or play-yard to prevent an accident or quickly reach one which has happened, 3) administering emergency first aid if necessary and 4) ability to lift 40 lbs. • Ability to maintain a pleasant, responsive, constructive attitude toward the children, parents and staff; understands the goals and needs of the children in the program and establishes good working relationships with families of participants. • Experience working with children with disabilities desirable. • Support the Early Head Start philosophy, goals and objectives. • Knowledge of RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) and Program for Infant and Toddler Caregivers (PITC) practices desirable. Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. An example of this would be an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field of study. Teachers are required to have a Child Development Permit at the Teacher level or above. Minimum of 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development is required. The Teacher position requires a minimum of two (2) year direct experience as a teacher or caregiver with children ages 0-5, preferable with one year of infant/toddler. Using own transportation must be able to travel to different locations to make scheduled home visits with client families. NOTE: CPR/First Aid Certification and Official Transcripts must be made available upon interview, where applicable
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Administrative Floater Clerk

	Department :		Head Start
	Job Location :		Pasadena, Altadena or Glendale
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Administrative Floater Clerk provides temporary clerical support at the site level and to the Specialists. Assignments may entail clerical support for Head Start Services including but not limited to: health, education, parent involvement, mental health, family services, maintenance, transportation, training, nutrition, and special needs as needed. The Administrative Floater Clerk will fill in for vacancies and during all other employee leaves at the clerical level. The Administrative Floater Clerk is responsible for word processing; inputs and retrieves computer data; assists with special projects and other office work and duties as assigned by the Program Manager. Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Administrative Floater Clerk assists in recordkeeping and tracking for all service areas as needed and at the site level. General office duties will include but not limited to data entry, filing, copying, answering telephones and operates various office machines. Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of documented paid or voluntary experience working with low-income families preferred; two years experience in performing data entry or general office work, experience in a preschool environment preferred. High School diploma or GED required.
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Nutrition Aide Substitute

	Department :		Head Start
	Job Location :		Pasadena, Altadena or Glendale
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		This Nutrition Aide Substitute has the responsibility of day-to-day implementation of the Nutrition Service Plan. This includes food preparation, service and distribution of food within the parameters and standards established by the agency administration, State and local food handling regulations. The Nutrition Aide is under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Specialist and Nutrition Coordinator. The Nutrition Aide’s primary responsibilities are cold food preparation, receiving and delivery of food and supplies, washing dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, picking up and delivering school meals, utensils and donated food to all Head Start school sites. He/she also assists in taking inventory of food, non-food items, and kitchen supplies and equipment on a weekly basis; participates in all health and sanitation inspections of kitchen facilities; assists the Cook in food preparation and kitchen clean up; and completes other duties as assigned by the Nutrition Coordinator. Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. An example of this would be one year of experience in the food service industry performing food preparation and dish washing. Work experience with Inventory Control preferred.
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Head Start Teacher IV

	Department :		Head Start
	Job Location :		Pasadena, Altadena or Glendale
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		The Teacher IV provides early childhood education that is geared toward the overall goal of social competence, which is age and developmentally appropriate. He/she provides for the children's social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development and interacts closely with parents in all of the children’s activities. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Helping children to develop verbal and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate in and further the child's familiarity with his/her dominant language. Designing and planning the daily classroom program; coordinating the schedule with the Assistant Teacher and developing individual education plans for each child; supervising and evaluating the Assistant Teacher; conducting parent-teacher conferences. Providing opportunities for children to use their creative abilities, and to explore and experiment with a variety of media through art, music, drama in all aspects of the program; helping each child develop a sense of awareness and self-esteem; and to help each child to accept and express his/her feelings. Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. An example of this would be a Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study. The Teacher position requires a minimum of one (1) year direct experience working with young children age 3-5 years in a preschool setting, with a culturally and ethnically diverse population. All Teachers are required to have a Child Development Permit at the Teacher level or above, as well as an unexpired CPR card. Bilingual Spanish/Armenian candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
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Head Start Teacher III

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Head Start Teacher I (on-call Substitute)

	Department :		Head Start
	Job Location :		Altadena, Pasadena, or Glendale
	Qualification :		Other - Refer to Details Below
	Description :		The Head Start Teacher I Substitute aids the Teacher II, III, or IV in providing early childhood education that is geared toward the overall goal of social competence, which is age and developmentally appropriate. She/he helps to provide for children’s social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development and interacts closely with parents in all activities of the children. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Assisting in implementing safety rules; supervising activities of children to ensure their safety; and conducting daily inspections of indoor and outdoor facilities; he/she also removes debris, hazardous equipment, and material. • Observing the daily health condition of children and reporting results to the Teacher; assisting children during snack and meal times and demonstrating appropriate dental and personal hygiene. • Assisting in maintaining an orderly learning environment; preparing instructional material in cooperation with the Teacher; planning, preparing, and developing various teaching aids. • Participates in team teaching with the Teacher to develop greater competence in the children This position requires that you have 12 units in Early Childhood Education or a related field, as well as some paid or volunteer experience in working with young children; direct experience working with a culturally and ethnically diverse population. Must have Infant and/or Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificate, which employee is responsible to maintain for the duration of their employment with CCFS. NOTE: CPR/First Aid Certification and Official Transcripts must be made available upon interview, where applicable
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Early Head Start Home Educator