Teacher Assistant

GULF COAST COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION•Houston, TX

7d•$18 - $19•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

Must be a self-starter.
Must be able to communicate effectively with team members and management.
Must be results oriented.
Must have superior organizational and time management skills.
Must be able to work independently or on teams in challenging work atmosphere.
Must have an exceptional aptitude for attention to detail.
Must be able to prioritize and balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Must be able to plan and complete tasks and assignments on-schedule with minimal supervision using appropriate judgment.
Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment, discretion, maintain the confidentiality of all Gulf Coast Community Services Association (GCCSA) stakeholders.
Must be able to contribute to building a positive team spirit; support everyone's efforts to succeed.
Must be able to show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promote a harassment-free environment.
Must be able to treat people with respect and dignity; work with integrity and ethically uphold the Agency's mission and values.
High School Diploma or General Education Development and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
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.
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.
Basic math skills required.
Must be able to work in a computerized environment and have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications including but not limited to: Windows, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point and MS Access.
Must be able to provide reliable transportation.

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 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.