HS Teacher Aide

GULF COAST COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary scope of this position is to plan and implement high-quality early education and child development services to Head Start (HS) children including children with disabilities. This position is responsible for the implementation of the Head Start Performance Standards and all other regulatory requirements for their assigned classroom.

Requirements

Have exceptional people skills and customer service.
Must have the ability to read and comprehend intermediate to complex instructions.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary to interact with all levels of management, colleagues, and staff to ensure consistency and proper procedure implementation.
Have advanced technological skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Application Suite, and client-tracking software.
Have effective leadership and organizational skills.
Problem-solve effectively and make data-driven decisions.
Have familiarity with the Head Start/Early Head Start Act, Head Start Performance Standards, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Childcare Licensing Standards.
Promote a harassment-free environment.
Be able to work independently or on teams in a challenging work atmosphere.
Be able to prioritize and balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Plan and complete tasks and assignments on-schedule with minimal supervision using appropriate judgment.
Exercise appropriate judgment, discretion and maintain the confidentiality of all GCCSA’s stakeholders.
Avoid any interest or activity that conflicts with GCCSA’s Standards of Conduct.
Be experienced in conflict resolution.
Work with intentionality and integrity to ethically uphold GCCSA’s mission, values, and goals.
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
Must complete and obtain a Child Development Credential (CDA) within 24 months of hire.
Six (6) months in a similar position working with pre-school aged children and able to supervise and interact with a group of 15-20 preschool children.
Must have the ability to read and comprehend intermediate to complex instructions.
Able to write concise, logical, and grammatically correct written communication and the ability to write simple and clear correspondence.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Must complete and obtain a Child Development Credential (CDA) within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of Gulf Coast Community Services Association (GCCSA) mission, goals, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of Head Start’s Performance Standards, Early Learning Outcomes, and other regulatory requirements.
Communicate and collaborate with Child Development Specialists and all content area staff to implement services that meet the needs of children and families assigned to their classroom.
Communicate and collaborate with teaching staff, substitutes and volunteers to implement services that meet the needs of children and their families assigned to their respective classrooms.
Work with teacher to ensure required tasks and supporting documentation are completed timely and accurately including but not limited to home visits, parent conferences, developmental screeners, assessments, and anecdotal notes.
Demonstrate responsive care, effective teaching practices, including the implementation of positive strategies to support children’s well-being, and prevent and address challenging behaviors.
Ensure children’s health and safety are in accordance with all regulations.
Work with the teacher to set up and implement a well-organized classroom that is developmentally appropriate and inviting for pre-school age children.
Work with the teacher to safeguard the equipment and materials assigned to classrooms, ensuring adequate supplies are available for all children.
Work with the teacher to develop and implement weekly lesson plans that included planned and appropriate activities that align with the developmental progressions described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and are based on relevant child assessment data.
Work with the teacher to assess children assigned to their classroom and demonstrate the child’s knowledge, developmental stages, individual differences, and cultural background.
Communicate and collaborate with parents to engage them in their child (ren)’s learning.
Participate in at least two home visits per family per program year.
Demonstrate on-going personal and professional growth and development to meet program and regulatory requirements.
Participate in coaching opportunities, including observation and feedback sessions.