Teacher Assistant

CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA•Fallon, NV

32d•$16 - $21

About The Position

Centro de la Familia is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support its early childhood education programs. Under the guidance of the Lead Teacher and Education Specialist, the Teacher Assistant administers developmentally, linguistically, and culturally appropriate education for infants and toddlers, meets children’s individual and holistic needs, and works with families in planning and carrying out children’s education. The role also involves collaborating with staff, parents, and volunteers; helping provide meals and snacks; and assuming Teacher duties during the Teacher’s temporary absence. The Teacher Assistant supports classroom management and supervision, daily program planning, and the creation of a safe, engaging environment for play, exploration, and learning. The position promotes children’s physical, communication, creative, emotional, behavioral, and educational development through activities and individualized learning plans informed by observations and assessments. The role includes maintaining cleanliness and sanitization, partnering with families, protecting confidentiality, communicating with parents in their preferred language, and supporting bilingual development and cultural heritage. Physical capabilities required include extended periods of walking, standing, kneeling, and crouching; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; and sitting on the floor, crawling, running, and performing other activities associated with preschool care.

Requirements

A current Preschool CDA (Childhood Development Associate), or a written plan to earn one within the first six months; alternatively, an associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field within two years from the date of hire.
Current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s permits.
Willingness to work with children with special needs and children with limited or no English language skills.
Ability to walk, stand, kneel, and crouch for extended periods; lift or move up to 50 pounds; sit on the floor, crawl, run, and perform other activities associated with preschool care.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing the classroom, supervising children, and engaging them in indoor and outdoor learning activities.
Support daily planning that promotes children’s growth and development in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and the CDLF Service Plan.
Use classroom space, relationships, materials, and routines to create an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment for play, exploration, and learning.
Implement activities that promote physical development, curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving.
Communicate actively with children and provide opportunities for verbal and nonverbal communication.
Stimulate children’s creative abilities through play with sound, rhythm, language, materials, space, and ideas.
Help children develop independence and pride while fostering acceptance and mutual respect among peers.
Create a supportive environment where children can practice appropriate and acceptable behaviors.
Use observations and assessments to plan personalized learning activities and track children’s progress.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitize toys and surfaces in accordance with CDLF guidelines.
Encourage and partner with parents to support active participation in the program.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding children and families.
Communicate with parents in their preferred language.
Suggest at-home activities and materials for parents.
Support bilingual development and cultural heritage.
Collaborate with staff, parents, and volunteers and participate directly in providing meals and snacks for children.
Assume Teacher duties during the Teacher’s temporary absence.