Head Start/Early Head Start - Teacher Assistant

Crystal Stairs

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Teacher Assistant is responsible for early childhood education geared toward the overall goal of social competence and school readiness, which is age and developmentally appropriate for preschoolers ages 2 to 5 years old. The role provides for the children's social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development. The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting with classroom operation, including planning, curriculum and child assessment implementation, and supervision of children.

Requirements

Minimum 6 Early Childhood Education coursework units.
Knowledge of Child Care Licensing Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards and best practices related to early childhood education.
Knowledge of program practices in preschool, center-based and/or home-based programs.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and internet.
Must possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance.
Must meet State health requirements including passing a physical examination as a condition of employment, and must provide verification of a TB clearance at the time of employment.
Mandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate, which employee is responsible to maintain for the duration of their employment with Head Start.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months direct experience working with young children preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting with classroom operation including planning, curriculum and child assessment implementation, and supervision of children.
Providing for the children's social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development.

Benefits

Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% paid by employer
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children
401k Matching Options
Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)
Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)
Generous Sick and Vacation Time
Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)
Opportunity for Growth and Development
Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM