Teacher Assistant, Early Head Start

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County•Santa Maria, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Site Supervisor, the Teacher Assistant supports the classroom teachers of a center to carry out a high-quality early childhood program. This is a benefited full-time position located in Santa Maria at the Alvin Early Head Start Center.

Requirements

Child Development Teacher Assistant Permit or higher from California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Enrolled in a Child Development Associate credential program to be completed within two (2) years of hire.
Knowledge of Internet software and Word Processing software.
Must obtain and maintain a Pediatric First Aid and CPR card.
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination.
Obtain a tuberculosis clearance and clear Community Care Licensing fingerprint process.
Provide verification of State required vaccines upon hire for: Influenza (from August 1 to December 1), Pertussis, and Measles. Acceptable verifications include immunization record and physician statement.
Flu vaccination can be waived by completing annual waiver.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children with disabilities desirable
Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains 100% supervision of all children, by sight and sound at all times when in the teacher/child ratio.
Consistently uses positive child guidance methods.
Develops positive relationships with each child and with parents.
Assists in meal preparation, mealtime and clean up.
Sets cots or mats out for nap time and assists children during napping.
Helps to maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom environment.
Maintains the confidentiality of records and information about enrolled families.
Attends and contributes to regular staff meetings and curriculum planning meetings.
Helps to implement the curriculum under teacher direction, including small group, field trips, mealtimes, and one on one activities with children.
Contributes to child observations and ongoing assessment.
Assist children with toileting, diapering and/or feeding and other physical care needs.
Is aware of all center’s children with food allergies, and ensures they receive the doctor recommended substitutions.
Is sensitive to children with special needs.
Functions as a positive team member.
Communicates effectively with families and co-workers.
Attends parent meetings and home visits when requested.
Performs other comparable related duties as required.