Role OverviewThe Teacher Assistant will provide children with an environment that includes varied activities to help children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development, with the overall goal being to achieve social competence for the child. The Teacher Assistant will work with the Co-Teacher and Family Advocate to provide information and resources to enrolled families.
What You Will Do
Specific duties include planning and implementing the program curriculum for children enrolled in morning and afternoon classes, conducting classroom planning, integrating various Head Start services into the learning, observing and assessing children's developmental levels, and providing a planned program of activities that supports and enhances the role of parents as the prime educators of their children.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 24 units in Early Child Education/Child Development. A background check and TB clearance will be required.
Requirements
- Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
- Proof at the time of hire
- TB clearance within 6 months’ prior
- Annual Influenza vaccination (between Nov. 1st - Mar. 31st)
- Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
- Health screening at the time of employment
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequently kneel and squat
- Ability to move quickly
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits
- Paid holidays
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