Head Start/EHS Assistant Instructor (Continuous)

City of Oakland • Oakland, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Oakland's Human Services Department, Head Start Division, is seeking highly skilled individuals to join their team as a Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor. This role involves assisting with instructing children enrolled in Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs, introducing parents to early childhood development concepts, observing and documenting developmental assessments, and organizing/setting up educational and play materials for classrooms. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of Oakland children and families, enjoys planning age-appropriate activities for infants and toddlers, is a strong relationship builder with good communication skills, and has a genuine interest in learning and career development. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within the Head Start program and interaction in a culturally diverse workplace.

Requirements

• Six (6) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) from an accredited college or university.
• For Early Head Start Program Assistant Instructors: Education must include three (3) units of Infant/Toddler coursework.
• Valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.
• Must obtain a State of California Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit within six (6) months of employment.
• Must demonstrate proof of application for Assistant Teacher Permit from the State of California upon hire.
• Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment.
• Proficiency in a foreign language may be required.
• Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment.
• All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program is highly desirable.
• Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply; some positions may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with instructing children in basic infant/toddler/preschool education concepts.
• Assisting with organizing and setting up developmentally appropriate educational and play materials for the classroom.
• Assisting with conducting fire, disaster, and safety drills in the classroom; inspecting facilities for safety standards and maintenance needs.
• Assisting with organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom.
• Preparing snacks and serving meals.
• Assisting with conducting outreach and recruiting children and families for enrollment in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Program.
• Providing support during parent conferences.

Benefits

• 15 paid holidays
• Vacation – 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
• Retirement – CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members.
• Health – The City of Oakland pays for the cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans
• Dental – The City of Oakland pays for Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Vision – The City of Oakland pays for VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Sick leave – Employees accrue 12 days per year
• Deferred Compensation – 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Training
• Telecommuting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree