Clerk/Parent Involvement Assistant
About This Role
Knoxville-Knox County Head Start/Early Head Start is hiring for a support staff member role in Knoxville. Compensation is $18.74/Hr. Candidates need no formal early childhood credentials to start.
Nor Interviewing or Fall 2026
Full time - 37.5 hour work week
The Clerk/Parent Involvement Specialist supports the Center Leader in the area of center operations.
What You'll Do
- Performs phone, reception, and clerical duties for the Head Start center.
- Provides assistance to the Center Leader/center staff in coordination and communication activities to facilitate effective center operation and component integration; and conducts assigned center/program activities necessary for effective, efficient delivery of services.
- Assists Center Leader and center staff in the conduct and documentation of center parent involvement and volunteer services/activities.
- Completes substitute duties as needed/requested - filling in for teaching staff absences on a regular basis.
- Establishes and maintains systems for assuring adequate center supplies, equipment, and materials under the direction of the Center Leader.
- Demonstrates work habits which comply with agency personnel policies and procedures, and completes special assignments from immediate supervisor or Head Start Director.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Established work history
- Valid Driver's License & ability to obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Criminal background check (fingerprint, vulnerable person's registry, etc.)
- Ability to meet and work with the public, good reception and telephone skills are required.
- Physical ability to work with young children - up and down on floor, on and off buses, on playground, lifting up to 50 lbs. to carry a child, move furniture, etc.
- Legally eligible to work in the US
Nice to Have
- Experience with young children in a Licensed Child Care Facility
- Customer Service Experience
Benefits
Administered by Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC).
CAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
No credentials required for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Clerk/Parent Involvement Assistant role pays $18.74/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Knoxville-Knox County Head Start/Early Head Start located?
Knoxville-Knox County Head Start/Early Head Start is located at 2400 Piedmont Street, Knoxville, TN