Early Head Start Assistant Teacher Infant Toddler

Clackamas County Children's Commission•Oregon City, OR

About The Position

Assist the classroom Teacher in providing Head Start educational services to selected low-income and special-needs children and their parents. The Assistant Teacher supports classroom instruction and operations, helps maintain a safe and developmentally appropriate environment, and works with children, families, and team members. The role also includes participating in program activities, meetings, and training; following position-related policies and procedures and the program’s objectives; complying with the Clackamas County Children’s Commission Code of Conduct; maintaining appropriate confidentiality; and developing professional work goals and a training plan in consultation with a supervisor.

Requirements

Child Development Associate (CDA), an associate or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; an associate or higher degree is preferred.
Experience in an early childhood education classroom, certified child care center, or comparable group care program.
Ability to work effectively with low-income and special-needs children.
Ability to interact positively with families from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to use a positive approach to direct and redirect children’s behavior.
Ability to work cooperatively as a team member.
Ability to obtain and maintain a current Oregon Food Handler’s Card.
Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insured vehicle available for use on the job, or have alternative transportation.
Ability to comply with the State of Oregon Criminal Background Registry requirements.
Ability to possess and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with assessments and individualizations.
Assist with designing and implementing the classroom’s daily lesson plan.
Help set up and maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Maintain classroom records, including child observation notes, lesson plan notes, and attendance.
Follow all aspects of the Procedures for Bus Safely Protocol.
Ensure a safe environment and provide continuous supervision for children.
Use a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) approach to guide children.
Greet children and escort them to the classroom.
Prepare and gather instructional materials under the teacher’s direction.
Participate in parent Open House at the start of each year in consultation with team members.
Attend monthly parent meetings and provide childcare.
Perform developmental screenings as requested.
Arrive on time and attend and actively participate in required activities, meetings, and trainings.
Act as a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in program activities.
Maintain a professional image in dress and manner and follow applicable policies, procedures, and program objectives.
Perform work in compliance with the Clackamas County Children’s Commission Code of Conduct.
Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, personnel matters, and program operations as appropriate.
Develop professional work goals and a training plan with a supervisor, and participate in training as requested.