Teacher, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$17.84-$26.92 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Arely Valera
Phone		(320)826-2147
Email		arely.valera@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Teacher is responsible for classroom operation including planning, carrying out activities, maintaining the classroom environment, supervising children, establishing and holding parent/teacher conferences/home visits. The Teacher provides leadership and direction to other staff within the classroom and cooperates with other staff in providing services for the children and their parents. This position is responsible for data entry and record keeping responsibility for the children within their classroom as well as overall planning for children served in their classroom. This position is responsible for creating and facilitating a safe, healthy environment that provides intentional developmentally appropriate learning opportunities for the young children served. 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

Plans a daily schedule and weekly lesson plan creating a varied and wide-range of opportunities for children to promote school readiness.
Plans and implements learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of children.
Improves the readiness of children for school by developing their literacy, phonemic and print awareness, their understanding and use of language, their understanding and use of increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, their appreciation of books, their understanding of early math and early science, their problem-solving abilities and their approaches to learning.
Promotes social and emotional development of children.
Assumes overall classroom responsibility and data entry for all children served in their classroom.
Completes required education screenings within the specified timelines.
Ensures effective curriculum implementation.

Safety & Sanitation

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.
Utilizes disciplinary measures appropriately as outlined in the Behavior Guidance Policies and Procedures.
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.
Provides for the physical safety of each child from arrival time until departure time.
Posts and complies with safety, sanitation and other guidelines for serving enrolled children (i.e., Child Care Licensing Standards, Head Start Performance Standards, Tri-Valley policy).
Assures that safety and sanitation policies and procedures are followed appropriately.
Assures that children are dressed appropriately for the weather and type of play in which they are engaged.
Assures that children are supervised at all times.
Administers First Aid and/or CPR when necessary.

Physical Arrangement

Plans and arranges an environment and room arrangement for children which is supportive and appropriate to meet their needs according to NAEYC’s Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum guidelines.
Creates developmentally appropriate and well-defined activity areas in the classroom.
Assures sufficient and appropriate materials are displayed in orderly and accessible fashion.
Assures indoor/outdoor areas are safe, secure, and provides a variety of opportunities for children to explore.
Assures physical environment is child-sized.

Schedule, Routines and Transitions

Plans, posts, and complies with appropriate child lesson plans.
Ensures required items are posted.
Plans and implements transition activities to assist children with changes in the environment.
Provides predictable routines to help children gain a sense of security.
Creates intentional teaching opportunities in preparation for school readiness.
Tends to children's personal hygiene needs, remaining especially attentive to them during routines such as diaper changing, cleaning, feeding, and changing soiled or wet clothes.

Individualizing

Determines the needs of children and plans and expedites services accordingly.
Observes children, documents and refers those requiring additional services, i.e. mental health, nutrition, disabilities and other consultation as appropriate.
Assists in the planning and conducts activities with the child that creates a developmentally appropriate and varied range of opportunities to explore and experience which meet the individual needs of the child (i.e. developing social and communication skills, self-esteem, creativity, self-reliance, etc.).
Shares family-style meal; models manners and good nutrition.

Recordkeeping and Reporting/Data Entry

Conducts developmental screenings and ongoing assessments.
Completes timely, neat, accurate documentation as required.
Maintains and documents communication with families.
Collects and charts data and other assessment to determine the developmental level of individual children.
Uses assessment data to promote children's progress.

Parent Contact and Involvement

Conducts parent conferences and home visits.
Prepares and distributes take home activities for parents.
Provides ongoing contact with families via telephone calls, notes or visits, documenting activity on contact sheets.
Attends Parent Meetings and shares information regarding the children you serve as requested.
Encourages the involvement of families and supports the development of relationships between children and their families.
Helps arrange parent volunteers, welcome them and utilizes their skills in the classroom.
Provide Family Services support and goal setting as determined by program needs.
Invites parents/guardians to participate in the program.

Communication

Maintains an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family.
Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm.
Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with other staff, parents and volunteers in planning and implementing activities for the program/classroom.
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.

*Specific daily teacher responsibilities are dependent on staffing patterns and classroom need.

Requirements

Demonstrated competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions; plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across program standards.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems.
Educational and experience requirements for the appropriate level in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and MN Rule 3 Teacher Qualifications:

Teacher V

Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development; or,
Master’s Degree in a related field with 12 credits in early childhood coursework education and 1,040 hours experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public-school system.

Teacher IV

Baccalaureate Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development; or,
Baccalaureate Degree in a related field with 12 credits in early childhood coursework and 1,040 hours experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public-school system.

Teacher III

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development and 1,040 hours experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public-school system; or,

Teacher II

A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a comparable credential.
1,560 hours of experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public-school system.

Teacher I

At least 18 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, with less than 1,560 hours of experience in a licensed early childhood setting or public-school system; Or
Ability to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within 18 months of the start date of the CDA Individual Plan of Action. CDA credential coursework will be provided.

PAY IS DEPENDENT UPON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Untill Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Preferred
Anticipated Start Date:		06/03/2024

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Bus Driver, Head Start, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$26.97-$28.37 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Bus Driver is responsible for ensuring the safe transportation of children to and from the Head Start center with the assistance of the Bus Monitor. The Bus Driver is responsible to ensure the bus is safe to drive. The Bus Driver is responsible for ensuring buses are checked at the end of each route to assure no children are left on the bus. 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:

Safe Transportation

Ensures that all children/adults are in approved safety equipment (i.e. car seats, STAR Systems, or seat belts) while riding in the bus.
Remains alert and focused on driving at all times; is aware of potential weather and/or driving conditions that may affect the safety of the passengers.
Plans and carries out emergency procedures.
Releases young children into the care of their parent or guardian designated by the parent according to program policy.
Practices evacuation drills as directed.
Ensures children are safely picked up, transported and dropped off, utilizing a fixed route and pick-up points, according to program policy.
Immediately reports vehicle accidents, regardless of damage, breakdowns, and passenger accidents/incidents to the Center Manager.
Complies with traffic laws and regulations.
Complies with CDL requirements and regulations.

Bus Maintenance

Maintains appropriate care of the bus (oil change, lube, tune ups, etc.).
Maintains bus in clean and good working condition.
Completes a thorough pre and post-trip inspection of the bus.
Completes and maintains Bus Driver Binder with all updated forms.
Informs Center Manager of any major service work needed.
Maintains inventory of all material and/or equipment, located on the bus, and in SharePoint.
Ensures bus complies with MN DOT regulations in regards to having a fire extinguisher, biohazard kit, flashlight and proper securements.

Communication and Training

Disclose all moving traffic violations, regardless of penalty. Also, upon conviction of any moving violations by any state or local jurisdiction, must notify Tri-Valley, in writing, within 30 days of such conviction.
Must participate in subsequent drug/alcohol testing and background searches as appropriate to maintain employment.
Notify Tri-Valley, in writing, of any suspension, revocation, cancellation, loss of privilege, or disqualification before end of the business day following the day you received notice of suspension, revocation, cancellation, loss of privilege, or disqualification.
Assists in preparing fixed routes, schedules, and updates as needed.
Participates in parent registration, meetings, etc. as requested or required.
Provides ongoing contact with families and assists in the exchange of information between parents and center staff.
Completes and returns required paperwork to the office/Center Manager in a timely manner.
Provides orientation to children and adults, who will be riding bus, on proper transportation practices, policies, and required processes.
Receives classroom and behind the wheel instruction as required by Head Start Performance Standards.
Participates in Child and Restraint Systems training as needed.
Receives Tri-Valley Transportation training.
Participates in On-Board Evaluation/Observation of road performance, including Appendix A, B, D and E from the Minnesota State Patrol.
Participates in all other required trainings for the position.
Attends meetings, trainings, professional development opportunities for the purpose of maintaining skills and meeting requirements.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement upon hire and maintained thereafter.
Current Medical Examination card, upon hire and maintained thereafter.
Negative result on pre-employment drug screening.
Minimum age of 21 years if required to drive bus across state line.
Cleared Driver's License Check on the Minnesota Department of Public Safety website.
Proof of current personal vehicle insurance.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Enjoy and respect young children and their families.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Not Required
Anticipated Start Date:		June 3, 2024

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Classroom Assistant, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$17.00-$18.30 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Arely Valera
Phone		(320)826-2147
Email		arely.valera@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Classroom Assistant takes direction from and supports the teaching staff in conducting classroom activities, maintaining classroom environment and supervising children. The Classroom Assistant may also assist in planning and record keeping as requested by the Teacher. This position also works to complete any other duties as assigned. 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:

Safety & Sanitation

Assists in maintaining 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.
Utilizes disciplinary measures appropriately as outlined in the Behavior Guidance Policies and Procedures.
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.
Provides for the physical safety of each child from arrival time until departure time.
Assists in providing a healthy and safe classroom and playground environments throughout the day.
Assures that safety and sanitation policies and procedures are followed appropriately.
Assures that children are dressed appropriately for the weather and type of play in which they are engaged.
Assures that children are always supervised.
Administers First Aid and/or CPR (if trained) when necessary.

Communication

Maintains an open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child and family.
Greets children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm.
Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with other staff, parents and volunteers in planning and implementing activities for the program/classroom.
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.

Schedules, Plans and Transitions

Implements transition activities to assist children with changes in the environment as determined by teacher.
Follow established routines to help children gain a sense of security.
Assists the teacher in creating intentional teaching opportunities in preparation for school readiness.

Individualizing

Assists the classroom staff in determining the needs of children and expedites services accordingly.
Assists the classroom staff in observations for individual children.
Assists in the planning and conducts activities with the child that creates a developmentally appropriate and varied range of opportunities to explore and experience which meet the individual needs of the child.

Parent Contact and Involvement

Assists in conducting parent conferences and home visits as requested.
Assist in providing ongoing contact with families via telephone calls, notes or visits, documenting activity on contact sheets.
Attends Parent Meetings as requested.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age; candidates are strongly encouraged to obtain their high school diploma or GED.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and in writing.
Must enjoy and respect young children and their families.
Experience working with infants, toddlers or preschoolers.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Preferred
Anticipated Start Date:		06/03/2024

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Assistant Cook, Non-Vended, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$16.35-$17.75 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Assistant Cook is responsible to assist with the preparation of nutritious pre-approved meals and snacks to children in a family-style meal setting. The Assistant Cook, under the guidance of the Food Service Manager and supervision of the Center Manager, provides children with opportunities to gain experience in the nutrition area. The Assistant Cook complies with safety and sanitation policies and procedures. Under the direction of the Center Manager, the Assistant Cook may be responsible for certain Food Service Manager responsibilities in their absence. 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

Planning and Preparation

Assists in preparation of pre-approved meals and snacks for meal service.
Follows pre-approved menus and uses standardized recipes while cooking.
Substitutions of menu items will be made only if absolutely necessary. The substitution will be of equal value to the original menu item. The date, reason for substitution, and the actual substitution will be documented on a substitution form.
Adapts menu to meet dietary requirements of children with special needs under guidance of the Food Services Specialist, Food Service Manager, and/or Center Manager.
Monitors plate waste and reports results to the Food Services Specialist.
Assists with purchases, according to necessary amounts and within recommended budgetary guidelines as directed by Food Service Manager or Center Manager.
Returns damaged goods to distributor.
Assists in making appropriate substitutions for infant and toddlers when food selection is not age appropriate.

Recordkeeping, as requested by Food Service Manager

Records number of meals and snacks served daily.
Completes a production record for each meal daily.
Records food temperatures for each food item daily.
Records refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.
Maintains an inventory of all equipment and material.
If necessary, completes fiscal paperwork on a timely basis.
May assist in preparing monthly food service report.

Safety and Sanitation

Maintains high standards of sanitation in preparation, service of food, and storage.
Prepares all meals and snacks according to the State Health Department sanitation standards, including proper time and temperature, exposure of foods, personal hygiene, cleaning procedures, and schedule.
Utilizes correct operating, cleaning, sanitizing and safety procedures of all kitchen equipment.
Follows agency and regulatory information, ensuring all necessary postings are conspicuously placed for public view.
Uses and stores food on a first in/first out basis and stores in such a manner as to meet proper sanitation standards.
Notifies appropriate person of malfunctioning or broken equipment and supplies.
Discusses safety concerns with Food Services Specialist and Center Manager in a timely fashion.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age; candidates are strongly encouraged to obtain their high school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and complete necessary paperwork in English.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Preferred
Anticipated Start Date:		June 3, 2024

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Bus Monitor, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$17.00-$18.10 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Bus Monitor is responsible for assisting other transportation staff in the overall safety, care, and development of the young children entrusted to them. The Bus Monitor responds to the personal care and emotional needs of individual children. The Bus Monitor is also responsible for the safe, comfortable transportation of each child and the transfer of information and goods between the family and the center. The Bus Monitor supervises the safe behavior of all children on the bus, maintains the cleanliness of the bus, and maintains the necessary supplies and information to fulfill responsibilities. 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:

Safety, Sanitation and Maintenance

Complies with safety, sanitation, and other guidelines for serving enrolled children (i.e. Childcare Licensing Standards, Head Start Performance Standards, and Tri-Valley policies).
Assures that children are dressed appropriately for the weather and type of play in which they are engaged.
Assures that all children are properly fastened into a secured child restraint seat that is labeled and adjusted for the child.
Models and encourages appropriate health and safety habits.
Provides a comfortable atmosphere, which prevents disruptive, unsafe behavior.
Assists each child on and off the bus, and to and from his/her seat as needed.
Releases young children into the care of their parent or guardian designated by the parent according to program policy.
Administers First Aid and/or CPR when necessary.
Maintains adequately supplied School Bus First Aid and Biohazard kits.
Is knowledgeable of and complies with approved procedures for various emergency situations.
Reports all incidents and completes incident reports as needed to the Center Manager. Informs the nurse and the parents of any injuries.
Maintains a bus that is clean and well supplied according to transportation procedures.
Assures that children are supervised at all times.
Maintains, cleans, and disinfects child restraint seats.
Assists in the cleaning of the vehicle’s interior as needed.
Properly installs and removes child restraint seats as needed.
Maintains an inventory of all child restraint systems and belts, updates this inventory at the end of the program.

Information and Communication

Organizes and maintains Bus Monitor Binder, ensuring that all bus and center information is accurate and up to date.
Maintains a current record of the route and the children who are to be picked up and dropped off at each stop.
Maintains route attendance and assures that all children are off the bus at the end of each route.
Assures the transfer of information, supplies, and medication between home and center.

Schedules, Plans and Transitions

Assists the Center Manager and bus driver in developing a bus route that, when possible, remains within a one hour time frame.
Provides predictable routines to help children gain a sense of security.

Individualizing

Provides consistent care to the children.
Assists teaching staff in the maintenance and documentation of communication with families.
Respect children’s individual differences.

Communication

Assists in providing an environment that encourages verbal interaction.
Promotes interactions with other children, encouraging use of words.
Encourages expression of feelings.
Engages in conversation in child’s language of choice as much as possible.

Guidance

Encourages problem solving.
Provides opportunities for children to become self-assertive.
Provides opportunities for children to develop self-help skills.
Sets reasonable and appropriate limits and rules for the bus and explains why.
Informs, reminds, and assists children in learning appropriate behavior.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age; candidates are strongly encouraged to obtain their high school diploma or GED.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and in writing.
Must enjoy and respect young children and their families.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Preferred
Anticipated Start Date:		June 3, 2024

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Center Support Assistant, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$16.98-$18.28 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Center Support Assistant assists the Center Manager in daily operations by completing a variety of tasks and responsibilities based on center needs, and at the discretion of the Center Manager. The Center Support Assistant reviews family information and verifies documents to certify eligibility, assists in proper selection and enrollment, maintains child attendance records, inputs data into data systems, and completes related reports. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: bills and coding, inventory, food service report, shopping, in-kind, and supporting classrooms as needed. 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

Eligibility

Assures that application/eligibility forms, and verifying documents are complete, accurate and appropriate.
Verifies family eligibility criteria for one or more of the program’s funding sources.
Compiles data from database on family eligibility to assist in selection priorities.
Maintains an up-to-date database, and assists the Center Manager in completing selections for enrollment.

Data Entry and Reporting

Assures quality of data entered into the program database by running periodic checks for accuracy.
Assists other center staff in ensuring data is entered into the program database.
Maintains, enters, and transfers program enrollment data efficiently.
Compiles program data as requested, and assists in developing reports designed to meet program needs.
Maintains current records on child enrollment, daily attendance and meal counts.
Assures that individual child and family enrollment records are entered into the data entry systems, and copies made as needed.

Center Support

Assists in the development and distribution of center information including newsletters, flyers and notices to parents, meeting minutes, etc.
Facilitates telephone communication between center staff, families, and the public.
Communicates on a regular basis with supervisor and center staff.
Assist in classroom support as directed by Center Manager and/or Education Supervisor.
Assists Center Manager in shopping and ordering of center supplies.
Maintains inventory of supplies and materials. Ensures inventory is entered into database.
Assists in documenting purchases, payment processing, and maintaining current record of accounts.
Assists in providing supplies and materials to staff in a timely manner.
Assists with gathering and documenting community assessment information.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age; or have a high school diploma or GED, and be turning 18 by the end of August of the current year.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and in writing.
Experience collecting, recording, and maintaining data.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems.
General knowledge of office equipment including copiers, scanners, and telephone systems.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Preferred
Anticipated Start Date:		May 28, 2024

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Custodian, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$16.35-$17.65 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Custodian is responsible for the cleaning of the Head Start facility and to assist the local personnel in the setting up and breaking down of the facility; which includes carrying materials and loading/unloading materials. 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

Set-Up

Assists in the setting up of the Head Start Center.
Participates in orientation and training.
Loads, unloads, and transports center materials.

Center Operations - Maintenance

Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, shampooing carpets, cleaning restrooms, washing windows, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
Cleans materials in the Head Start Center.
Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal. Recycles materials as needed.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
May assist with minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting/moving furniture, or other similar actions.
Performs limited grounds maintenance as applicable such as mowing, trimming trees and hedges, weed control, snow removal and general grounds upkeep including but not limited to keeping the grounds free of rubbish and debris.
Operates basic tools and equipment used in routine maintenance such as, but not limited to; lawn mower, weed whip, snow blower, shovel, vacuum, broom and mop.
Performs other general cleaning and maintenance as requested by Center Manager.

Center Operations - Custodial

Assists in the operation of the Head Start center.
Brings necessary materials to classrooms, offices, restrooms.
Assists in the storage of infant and toddler seats.
Assists in the ordering of and receiving of deliveries.
Unlocks & locks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
Offers recommendations to, and reports needs & concerns to the Head Start Center Manager regarding the smooth operation of the Head Start Center.

Center Operations - Break-Down

Boxes and otherwise stores center materials.
Loads and transports center materials.
Stores center materials in a safe environment.
Performs other closing out tasks as required.

Safety Compliance

Completes safety awareness training specific to the position before performing essential functions of the job, as new safety sensitive duties are assumed, annually, and as requested to ensure your safety and the safety of others.
Follows precautionary measures to prevent injury and illness resulting from exposure to hazardous substances, sharp and/or moving parts, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Does not cut grass or trim landscaping with electric or motorized equipment when children and/or staff are in immediate area.
Does not move snow with a snow blower when children and/or staff are in immediate area.
Must wear long pants and eyewear when operating or working around lawn mower, weed trimmer, and other equipment that may cause flying.
Must wear appropriate clothing for snow blowing, shoveling, salting, etc.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age; candidates are strongly encouraged to obtain their high school diploma or GED.
Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning tools and substances.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Not Required
Anticipated Start Date:		June 3, 2024

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Food Service Manager, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$17.84-$19.14 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Food Service Manager (FSM) collaborates with food service personnel and classroom staff to prepare meals and provide services in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and guidance from the USDA Food and Nutrition services. The position ensures adequate food quantities, and correct serving sizes and utensils are available during meal times and snacks. The FSM follows proper cleaning, sanitizing and food safety measures. As the fiscal steward of the food service department at the center, the FSM develops and maintains systematic ordering procedures of food and supplies to manage their food budget. Records of invoices, food usage and waste, equipment and supply inventory will be maintained by the FSM. This position submits monthly reports of food costs, meals served, food waste, production records and child nutrition labels for products used to the Food and Nutrition Specialist. 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:

Planning and Preparation

Reviews pre-approved menus for planning, ordering, delivery, and plan for leftovers.
Reviews the pre-approved menus for the morning, noon, snack, and/or evening meals, in order to provide alternate food selection for children with disabilities or special dietary needs as needed.
Reviews the pre-approved menus for the morning, noon, snack and/or evening meals and plan to provide alternate food selection for infant and toddlers when food selection is inappropriate, in consultation with the Child and Adult Care Food Program and/or Summer Food Service Program.
Implements food substitutions as necessary, ensuring nutrition quality, adherence to USDA regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.
Maintains open communication and cooperative efforts with Head Start staff to support the use of the kitchen for parent involvement, meetings, training, and classroom efforts to provide cooking activities for children.

Record Keeping

Develops an ordering system to meet budgetary guidelines and have adequate quantities of food and non-food items as needed. All damaged items are returned to the vendor for credit.
Assures purchase orders and expenditures are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
Completes a daily record of actual meals served for each meal.
Completes a daily record of the portion of plate waste per meal.Reports plate waste to the Center Manager on a weekly basis and the Food and Nutrition Specialist, monthly.
Ensures food items are properly dated, properly wrapped for storage, and used on a first in/first out rotation.
Maintains an accurate monthly inventory of food items to be reported to the Food and Nutrition Specialist, as well as all utensils, materials, and small equipment.
Completes a production record for each meal, daily.
Maintains a copy of any Certified Nutrition (CN) labels, kept for all convenience items and submits a copy to the Food and Nutrition Specialist in monthly report.
Records the number of meals served daily to walk-in children and non-program adults.
Prepares the monthly Food Service Report, ensuring the number of meals claimed for reimbursement are accurate.

Safety and Sanitation

Maintains a high standard of sanitation in preparation, service of food, and storage.
Prepares meals according to the State Health Department sanitation standards, including proper time and temperature, exposure of food, personal hygiene, cleaning procedures, and schedule.
Utilizes correct operating, cleaning, sanitizing and safety procedures for all equipment.
Conspicuously posts agency and regulatory information.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age; or have a high school diploma or GED, and be turning 18 by the end of August of the current year.
Current Food Service Manager Certificate or proof of current registration after hire and obtain certification within 30 days of hire date.
One year's experience in cooking for large numbers of people.
Demonstrated ability to read and complete necessary paperwork in English.
Demonstrated ability to do math problem solving.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Preferred
Anticipated Start Date:		June 3, 2024

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Recruiter & Family Advocate I, II, Seasonal

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$17.84-$21.13 / Hour
Employee Type		Seasonal
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Sandy Whited
Phone		320-826-2147
Email		sandy.whited@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Recruiter & Family Advocate, at the local level, serves as the program's main recruiter, child and family advocate, as well as the primary liaison between families, the community and other service agencies. The Recruiter & Family Advocate assists in assuring program goals are met and practices comply with Head Start Performance Standards and other program components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identification and Recruitment

Identifies, recruits, determines eligibility and enrolls eligible children/families in comprehensive child/family programs including Head Start and Early Head Start.
Determines family eligibility based on an interview with the head of household or parent/guardian.
Requests, completes, and records accurate information on all documentation necessary to certify eligibility.
Obtains parent/guardian signature for all eligible families/individuals.
Informs potential families about educational, health, nutritional, and social benefits of the program to help facilitate enrollment.
Communicates program services and qualifications with public and private community agencies to facilitate identification and make connections with potential eligible children and families.
Contacts potential employers (growers-farmers, nurseries, contractors, Human Resources/Personnel Managers, etc.) in order to provide leads regarding eligible children and families.

Family Advocacy

Provides appropriate translation/interpretation necessary for effective communication.
Acts as a direct communication link between the program and families.
Prioritizes relationship building with both mothers, fathers and/or guardians as applicable to develop ongoing relationships.
In partnership with families, develops and supports plans that describe families’ strengths, resources, and needed services.
Connects families with opportunities that support safety, financial literacy, health, and family wellness.
Links parents to training that contributes to self-sufficiency and to reaching goals around their education and/or career training.
Educates families about their vital role in their children’s health, development and learning.
Supports health staff as necessary to help parents advocate for their child’s health and needs.
Offers learning materials to families that are culturally and linguistically appropriate for children and parents that reflect families’ cultures, encourages family members to visit, observe, and volunteer in the program.
Provides families with appropriate information, training and connections to future early care and educational settings such as kindergarten, to help facilitate the transition process for parents and children.
Educates parents on Policy Council and other available committee or community opportunities that will promote parent leadership and advocacy.
Assists in the planning and implementation of local parent meetings and activities which include attendance at meetings, notification to parents, and encouraging parent participation.
Includes parents as active participants in groups and training so they can share skills, culture and talents.
Supports parents as they engage in volunteering, collaborating with the community, and other ways of contributing to program activities and the larger community.
Becomes family’s liaison to program and community services as appropriate. This could include joint visits with professionals in health, mental health, child development, and child welfare as indicated to address specific issues or family needs.
Follows up on the effectiveness of family referrals to community resources.
Ensures that pertinent knowledge about families is appropriately shared with colleagues and professionals in a way that assures confidentiality and increases service coordination.
Performs effective data entry to ensure accurate tracking of individual family and program progress.
Distributes evaluations and feedback suggestion forms during workshops, meetings and other activities for parents and families. Uses data results to make quality improvements in these areas for the benefit of parents and expectant families.
Collects, enters, and monitors necessary data in online database, ensuring data is current, complete, and accurate.
Provides information to parents about the various program services and activities.
Works alongside the nutrition, health and educational team members to identify and support specific child and family needs, ensuring to prioritize education to parents regarding attendance.
Stays informed of family patterns, needs and issues while identifying and proposing changes to services to meet family needs. When needs and/or issues are identified, information is communicated to the Eligibility Specialist for further conversation.

Community Partnerships

Proactively establishes contacts and connections with public and private community agencies to facilitate effective communication and relationship building.
Enhances family and community awareness of the program through word of mouth and community presence while building relationships with local partners.
Contacts local community agencies/programs and creates relationships to allow the opportunity for recruitment of children/families on their premises.
Serves as the primary liaison between families, the community, other service agencies and the center.
Develops/updates community resource directory to provide for Provides appropriate translation/interpretation necessary for effective communication.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Meet language communication requirements by Head Start program:
- Region XII Program: Ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish or other language identified by program need, verbally and in writing; must pass bilingual test.
  - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Region V Program: Strongly preferred but not required the ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish or other language identified by program need, verbally and in writing.
  - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Meet credential or certification requirements:
- Recruiter & Family Advocate I: Ability to obtain, within 18 months of hire or placement in position, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field. Family Service Credential coursework will be provided.
- Recruiter & Family Advocate II: Family Service Credential Certificate or credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or related field
Experience working in a position responsible for recruitment, outreach, social services or marketing.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems as needed for position.
Reliable transportation to meet the needs of the position.
Proof of valid driver’s license and current/adequate vehicle insurance coverage.
Ability and willingness to work a schedule necessary to meet identification, recruitment, and family needs, including evenings and weekends.

PAY IS DEPENDENT UPON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		Until Filled
Hours per Week		Multiple schedules available: FT, PT, Substitute
Bilingual		Required
Anticipated Start Date:		May 13, 2024

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Health Assistant

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General Information

Location		Danube, MN
Base Pay		$18.98-$20.28 / Hour
Employee Type		9 Month Winter Layoff
Job Category		Head Start

Contact Information

Name		Leah Bittner
Phone		218-281-9799
Email		leah.bittner@tvoc.org

Brief Description

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION:

As a member of a health services team that routinely provides various health services, the Health Assistant is responsible for supporting services provided and transporting children to medical and dental appointments. The Health Assistant accurately documents health information and enters into ChildPlus system in a timely manner. 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:

Coordination of Health Services

Assist in organizing Health screenings.
Coordinates health screenings with teachers and providers.
Prepares equipment and space needed for health screenings.
Prepares children for screening procedures.
Documents screening results on proper forms.
Transports children to scheduled medical and dental appointments when necessary.

Comprehensive Health Services

Assists the health team in providing comprehensive health services to children.
Assists onsite medical and dental providers by coordinating services needed, completing necessary paperwork, and work with children to ensure seamless service delivery and pleasant experience for children.
Provides and assists in providing first aid as needed.
Assists the screener/provider in completing the screenings.
Screens children for hearing and vision.
Completes and documents child heights and weights.
Assists in scheduling medical and dental appointments for children.
Effectively communicates children’s health needs, condition, and status to parents, guardians, providers, medical and dental staff, and health team. Provides translation when able and needed.

Completes, Prepares, Enters Health Data

Updates health information.
Prepares child records for filing.
Files records according to established procedures.
Utilizing internal Health Services system, collects and enters necessary data in ChildPlus system, ensuring data is current, complete, and accurate.

Training and Administrative Support

Assists in the coordination and completion of contracts with providers, services, and equipment.
Under the guidance of the Program Nurse/Health Services Specialist, provides training materials, support and guidance to families.
Provides or assists in providing training to parents, guardians, and staff.

Requirements

Two years of experience in medical/nursing training or work experience as a Certified Nurse Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Health Assistant, child care or related.
One year experience in an office or administrative support position with similar data entry, documentation, and recordkeeping duties.
Effective communication skills.
Willingness to regularly travel between center locations and work occasional evenings to meet program needs.
Proof of valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance coverage.
Comfortable working with computers, willing and able to learn program specific systems as needed for position.

Summary

Tri-Valley is a non-profit community action agency.

We believe in the value of all human beings. It is that belief that drives our efforts to identify needs, seek resources and provide opportunities for people to thrive.

Our work is committed to strengthening our communities so that its citizens have better places to live, work, worship and enjoy.

The mission of Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. is to provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for people and communities.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 218-281-0536 or hr@tvoc.org.

Additional information

Application Deadline		4/23/2024
Hours per Week		40
Bilingual		Preferred
Service Area Coverage		Danube, Sleepy Eye, Winnebago

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