Assistant Teacher- Roosevelt Head Start - Lansing. MI

Capital Area Community Services, inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Area Community Services, Inc. is hiring an Assistant Teacher for the Roosevelt Head Start location in Lansing, MI.

The role supports the classroom teacher to implement individualized plans and activities, fostering development across social, emotional, language, and physical areas in an age-appropriate setting. A CDA within two years or a degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development improves pay; at least one year of childcare experience is required, with emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with child development coursework leading to a CDA.
• CDA certification required within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and carrying out individualized education plans and classroom activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, intellectual, language and physical development.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and confidential records of each child's progress.
• Communicate regularly with the supervisor about changes in activities, status, or needs.
• Coordinate with the Family Advocate to ensure enrollment and attendance.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to deliver high-quality programming.
• Assist with family events and parent engagement activities as needed.

Education

HS Diploma with CDA coursework

Job description

Capital Area Community Services, Inc. is hiring an Assistant Teacher for their Roosevelt Head Start location in Lansing, MI.

The Assistant Teacher pay rate is $16.94 without a CDA, $18.13 with a CDA, and $20.17 with a degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development.

Job Summary

Assists the classroom teacher in planning and carrying out individualized education plans and classroom activities. Performs a variety of duties designed to support each child's social, emotional, intellectual, language, and physical development in a manner appropriate to their age, stage of development, based in sound practices. Assists in maintaining a safe nurturing environment. Maintains confidentiality and accurate records on each child's progress.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent with child development coursework leading to a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. CDA certification is required within two years of becoming employed as an Assistant Teacher.

Experience

A minimum of one year of related and progressively more responsible experience in a childcare setting is required.

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with management of the classroom by preparing and maintaining a warm and nurturing environment that is developmentally appropriate for the children in the classroom, and engage in appropriate interactions with children.
• Communicate regularly with the supervisor regarding any changes in classroom activities, child's status, work schedule, supply and equipment needs, or any concerns.
• Communicate with the Family Advocate on a regular basis related to full classroom enrollment and consistent attendance.
• Work in a team environment with teachers and other support staff to achieve educational goals and to provide high quality comprehensive programming.
• Assist in planning, supporting, and executing parent and family events or trainings such as Family Activity Nights, Family Fun Nights, etc.
• Assist with parent engagement efforts and activities and encourage family participation in the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Capital Area Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.