Classroom Aide - Weaverville

Shasta Head Start Child Development•Weaverville, CA

5d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for classroom aides with a proven track record of early childhood teaching experience. If you enjoy building positive relationships, hard work and innovation, and providing quality services to children and families, you may be who we are looking for. Under the direct supervision of the classroom Teacher, the Classroom Aide supports classroom staff in providing care and education to children in a Head Start classroom.

Requirements

A minimum of six (6) Early Childhood Education (ECE) units completed and continuous enrollment in an educational program until successfully completing the core (12) units of ECE within one year of hire. The core twelve (12) ECE units consist of Child/Human Development (3 units); Child, Family, Community (3 units); Infant/Toddler Learning (3 units); and ECE Curriculum (3 units)
Valid California Driver License and clean DMV record
Criminal Background Check Required
Pre-Employment Strength Assessment
Pre-Employment TB Test
Up to date records of pertussis, measles, and influenza vaccines

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of the twelve (12) core units of ECE preferred
Six (6) months related experience desired

Responsibilities

Assist classroom staff in maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy work environment
Assist in the compliance of Head Start Performance Standards, federal and state regulations, and Community Care Licensing requirements
Support classroom staff in the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment process
Model appropriate behavior and interact in a positive, friendly and courteous manner with children, staff, families and community volunteers in order to build and foster responsive relationships
Assist in the supervision and management of children in the classroom
On-going professional development through education, training and resources