Early Head Start Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The Teacher Assistant assists the Lead Teacher with all daily classroom activities and operations. Works in the classroom throughout the Early Head Start school year with children and families, assists with the learning environment that fosters growth and development of the typical and atypical developing child in the early childhood settings. Works with all components and institutes them into weekly lesson plan. Assists Lead Teacher with child screenings, evaluations, referrals, and follow-ups. Effectively communicates with Lead Teacher and program managers for consistency in program services.
Requirements
- Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) in Infant/Toddler OR the New Mexico Early Childhood Certification, OR an Associates of Arts (AA) Degree in Early Childhood.
- One to two years' experience working with children birth though 5 years of age.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must complete and update annually the First Aide/CPR certification and Food Handlers.
- Must have a valid driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo's liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
- Must exercise care and compassion in decision making and maintain objectivity.
- Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and drug screening and must obtain a physical exam within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Native American culture and Keres language speaker preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists the Lead Teacher with all daily classroom activities and operations.
- Works in the classroom throughout the Early Head Start school year with children and families.
- Assists with the learning environment that fosters growth and development of the typical and atypical developing child in the early childhood settings.
- Works with all components and institutes them into weekly lesson plan.
- Assists Lead Teacher with child screenings, evaluations, referrals, and follow-ups.
- Effectively communicates with Lead Teacher and program managers for consistency in program services.
Benefits
- Personal Leave (up to 26 days per year).
- Paid holiday/cultural leave (up to 20+days/year).
- Excellent medical benefits with an employer contribution of up to 85%.
- Up to 5% matching 401(k) in which you are immediately and fully vested.
- Fully paid dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance Policies.
- Other amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
