Head Start: Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc.; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc. seeks a Teacher Assistant to support educators and implement daily curriculum in Head Start environments. You will help maintain health and safety practices, assist with meal prep, and supervise children under guidance of Lead Teacher.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, documentation, and adherence to EEC and NAEYC standards. 18+ age requirement, HS diploma, and CDA/ECE study are required with timelines.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6–12 months of ECE related experience.
• Must be enrolled in a CDA or ECE degree program.
• CDA must be completed within 2 years of hire date; or an Associates Degree within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Work with Educators to implement daily curriculum and maintain health and safety practices.
• Ensure appropriate supervision of children and safety protocols.
• Engage with families and specialists to support school readiness goals.
• Participate in on-site meal preparation and cleanup while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Cover for bus monitor as needed and assist in classroom coverage as required.
• Attend program workshops and meetings and adhere to confidentiality policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or ECE degree program enrollment

CDA must be completed within 2 years of hire date

Associates Degree in ECE or related field

Job description

Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc. seeks a Teacher Assistant to support educators and implement daily curriculum in Head Start environments. You will help maintain health and safety practices, assist with meal prep, and supervise children under guidance of Lead Teacher.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, documentation, and adherence to EEC and NAEYC standards. 18+ age requirement, HS diploma, and CDA/ECE study are required with timelines.