Head Start Assistant Teacher

Clackamas County Children's Commission•Milwaukie, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the classroom Teacher in providing Head Start educational services to selected low income and special needs children and their parents. This role involves supporting the teacher in daily classroom activities, maintaining a safe and appropriate learning environment, and engaging with children and their families.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Associates or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist teacher with assessments and individualizations.
Assist teacher with design and implementation of the daily lesson plan within the classroom.
Assist teacher with setting up and maintaining a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
Assist teacher with maintaining records relating to the classroom, such as child observation notes, lesson plan notes, and/or attendance.
Consistently follow all aspects of the Procedures for Bus Safely Protocol.
Ensure a safe environment for children and provide continuous supervision for all children.
Use a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) approach in directing and guiding children.
Greet children and escort them to the classroom.
Under the direction of the teacher, prepare and gather materials for instructional purposes.
In consultation with team members, participate in parent Open House during startup of each year.
Attend and provide childcare at monthly parent meetings.
Perform developmental screenings as requested.
Arrive to work on time; punctually attend and actively participate in all required activities, meetings, and trainings.
Be a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in program activities.
Project a professional work image, both in dress and manner.
Be familiar with, and adhere to, position-related policies and procedures as well as the program’s overarching objectives.
Perform all work in compliance with the Clackamas County Children’s Commission Code of Conduct.
Respect and maintain confidentiality of information regarding enrolled children and families, personnel issues, and other program operations as appropriate.
In consultation with supervisor, develop professional work goals and training plan.
Participate in training as requested.