Teacher Assistant - Head Start - Part-time

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency•Salem, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

MWVCAA is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to join their Head Start program. This role is part-time, benefiting employees working 20-29 hours per week. The Teacher Assistant will collaborate with Teachers and Classroom Aides to provide support in areas such as education, food service, and cleaning. The position offers opportunities for growth and professional development through hands-on experience and education. MWVCAA is committed to reducing the impacts of poverty and fostering a community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Must obtain Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college within two years from date of hire to maintain employment in the Program (Level 1) or possess a Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college (Level 2).
Six months of experience working in a Head Start classroom or one year of experience working with preschool children in a classroom/group setting.
Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division
Candidate must pass pre-employment physical examination, renewable every two years
Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.
Demonstrates tact, diplomacy, and empathy when communicating with clients, staff and community partners.
Demonstrates proficiencies with Microsoft Office, videoconferencing platforms and web tools

Responsibilities

Ensure safety in the classroom at all times, with appropriate supervision of children, utilizing the transition and counting form and procedure.
Ensures children are released only to parent/guardians or authorized adults.
Supports teachers in providing for the development of children's cognitive, physical, social-emotional, language skills through implementation of curriculum, lesson planning and individualization.
Conducts and records child observations to utilize in setting goals.
Utilizes lesson plans and a variety of curriculum to address children's individual goals, taking into account each child's characteristics, strengths, and needs.