Assistant Teacher – Head Start

Mountain Projects, Inc.; Page (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Projects, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Start program in delivering educational and developmental activities in the classroom.

The role requires working effectively with coworkers, parents, and children, and with diverse populations. Candidates should have basic computer skills, good judgment, and the ability to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with coworkers, parents, and children.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and use good judgment in decisions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn classroom software.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in implementing educational and developmental activities.
• Support adherence to Head Start Performance Standards and childcare regulations.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and students to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment & decision-making

Diversity & inclusion

Computer literacy

Multi-tasking

Job description

Assist teacher in implementing all educational and developmental aspects of the Head Start Program in the classroom. Responsible for implementation of the Head Start Performance Standards and North Carolina Childcare regulations pertaining to the operation of the assigned classroom. Ability to work effectively with coworkers, parents, and children; ability to work effectively with diverse populations; uses good judgment in making decisions; computer skills; able to multi-task and problem solve.