Head Start Teacher Assistant - Unit Six
Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County•City of Watertown, NY
•$20 - $2,072•Onsite
About The Position
The Teacher Assistant helps the Master Teacher in planning and implementing age appropriate activities for children, helps to ensure the safety of the children, and carries out the Head Start performance standards. This person also assumes the lead role in the classroom during the absence of the Master Teacher and keeps accurate recordkeeping.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in early childhood education or a current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required.
- Must be supportive and non-judgmental in working with children and families.
- Maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information.
- Serve as an advocate for children and families.
- Work as a team and cooperate with all Head Start staff to provide quality programming for Head Start children and families.
- Keep accurate detailed records.
- Possess proficient computer skills.
- Have excellent time management and communication skills.
- Valid driver's license required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a licensed or registered early childhood setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Helps the Master Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Helps to ensure the safety of the children.
- Carries out the Head Start performance standards.
- Assumes the lead role in the classroom during the absence of the Master Teacher.
- Keeps accurate recordkeeping.
Benefits
- Agency Fringe Benefit Plan
- academic schedule
- paid school vacations
- unemployment benefits during the summer months.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
