Head Start Assistant Teacher

Job Duties

• Welcome and support families in their participation of Head Start.

• Act as Family Education Specialist in absence of or in partnership with the Family Education Specialist.

• Work directly with children in context of the program plan and curriculum.

o Assist with daily arrival and departure of children.

o Engage children in conversation and family style meals during mealtimes.

o Participate in play activities.

• As a member of a center team, participate in center lesson planning and carry out plans and center operations as instructed by your supervisor.

• Observe and record children’s behavior and development to make recommendations on meeting children’s individual needs at Team meetings. Enter weekly observations into Teaching Strategies Gold for assessment purposes.

• Ensure safety of Head Start children by implementing Active Supervision, reporting injuries/illnesses/incidents (by completing a report in ChildPlus if instructed), and reporting child abuse and neglect.

• Assist with the preparation of indoor and outdoor space for planned activities including supplies and materials ensuring the maintenance of a safe and healthy environment.

o Inspect, clean, and monitor indoor and outdoor space.

o Provide accurate meal counts and monitor food safety.

o Assist with Head Start fire and tornado drills and other emergency drills per Head Start sites.

o Clean tables and sanitize toys.

o Complete Daily Health and Safety checks and environmental safety checklists.

o Assist with First Aid kit inventory.

o Assist with onsite routine screenings of children’s hearing/vision and heights/weights.

• Participate in all required training including First Aid and Pediatric CPR which are necessary for certification/licensure and Professional Development facilitated by WCMCA. Maintain a current status of all required certifications.

• Keep direct Supervisor informed of all problems, unusual or extraordinary matters of significance coming to his/her attention, so that prompt corrective action can be taken as needed.

• Keep direct Supervisor informed of CDA progress and renewal.

• Demonstrate the ability to work within a team of people to promote a positive workplace culture.

• All other duties as assigned, including participation in Agency and program committees.

Minimum Education Required

• Must be 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalency with the expectation to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) within 2 years of hire.

• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or AA in Early Childhood Education.

• Meet minimum standards per Head Start Program Performance Standards and Minnesota Certified Exempt Licensing.

Minimum Experience Required

Interest and experience in working with young children.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

0

Compensation

$18.11 / Hourly

Postal Code

56308

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

19117

Job Benefits

✨ Health & Wellness Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employer-Paid Life

✨ Financial Perks:

403B Pension Plan with a 5% employer match

Eligibility for student loan forgiveness programs

✨ Work-Life Balance:

Generous PTO

10 Paid Holidays

No nights or weekends required

✨ Professional Growth:

Continuing education opportunities

Paid certifications and degree programs