Head Start/Pre-K Assistant Teacher in Berkeley County
About The Position
EPIC Head Start understands that our most valuable assets are the dedicated, creative, life-long learners who positively support the lives of children, their families, and peers. Our culture is one of encouragement, support, and determination. We strive to exceed compliance of our guiding regulations. The successful candidate will provide instruction and support for students in one of the Head Start Pre-K classrooms located in Berkeley County. This role requires a positive attitude and the ability to work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide quality instruction for students and support for families.
Requirements
- Must hold a WV Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT) Authorization through the WV Department of Education or be willing and able to obtain it.
- Must be able to pass a Federal and DHHR background check.
- Must have a current driver’s license and reliable transportation to make independent home visits.
- Demonstrate verbal and written competency in the English language.
- Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, EPIC and Early Head Start/Head Start/Pre-K Policy and Procedures, the NAEYC Code of Ethics, and childcare regulations.
- Comply with all WVDE, EPIC, and Head Start requirements, drug free, TB free, etc.
- Agency approval of Criminal Investigations Bureau and FBI records.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with young children.
- Bilingual or multilingual, especially fluent in Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with the assigned teacher(s) and family advocates to build a positive team to support students.
- Assist with establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment for students.
- Assist with preparing and executing weekly, intentional, and detailed lesson plans.
- Provide warm, high-quality, adult/child interaction for students through modeled instruction and age-appropriate physical activities in the classroom and outdoors.
- Assist with performing developmental screenings and tracking children’s progress on program database.
- Assist with maintaining online portfolios.
- Conduct independent home visits and parent conferences.
- Participate in evening parent activities as scheduled.
- Involve parents directly in classroom activities.
- Participate in professional development as assigned/as needed.
- Obtain/maintain WV Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT) Authorization in the three-year timeframe as required by the WV Department of Education.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate verbal and written competency in the English language.
- Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, EPIC and Early Head Start/Head Start/Pre-K Policy and Procedures, the NAEYC Code of Ethics, and childcare regulations.
- Participate in meetings, professional development, and continuing education programs as required or suggested by Head Start/Pre-K and sponsoring organizations.
- Prepare and submit written reports as required.
- Comply with all WVDE, EPIC, and Head Start requirements, drug free, TB free, etc.
- Agency approval of Criminal Investigations Bureau and FBI records.
- Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification if required.
- Maintain Food Handlers Card if required.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity and foster a fully inclusive and equitable workplace.
Benefits
- Salary based upon the EPIC FY’27 Service Pay Scale Grade E with years of verified experience and an education supplement.
- Travel reimbursement is provided.
- Four (4) WVDE approved online ECCAT courses (provided at no cost) or completion of the ACDS program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
