Teacher Assistant
About The Position
The Teacher Assistant (including substitutes and floaters) assists the Head Start Teacher in delivering the classroom curriculum in accordance with Head Start regulations, licensing, and guidelines, and will use agency standards to ensure that services provided are in alignment with the Social Determinants of Health through a trauma informed care lens as defined by the agency. Ensures the classroom is one in which children are aware of expectations, provided with rules, maintain consistency; while building a positive relationship with students which focuses on positive communication, appropriate physical proximity, respect, positive discipline, and guidance. Maintain supervision of children at all times.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED plus a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required; working towards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with a major relative to early childhood education preferred.
- Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification.
- CPR/First Aid
- Child Dev Associate
Nice To Haves
- Previous classroom experience and ability to utilize various learning techniques in the successful delivery of curricula.
- Understands cultural differences and is sensitive to the implications of culture for service delivery.
- Fluent in English and Spanish (read, write, and speak) desirable.
Responsibilities
- Maintain supervision of children at all times.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
