Bilingual Early Childhood Assistant

United Green Mark; Santaquin (UT); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Centro de la Familia is seeking a Teacher Assistant to contribute to a developmentally appropriate early childhood program for infants and toddlers in Utah. You will work closely with families, staff and volunteers to support planning, meals, and daily activities.

The role emphasizes bilingual communication, inclusion of diverse languages, and adherence to safety and health guidelines, with a focus on developmentally appropriate practice and family engagement.

Formación

• Preschool CDA or plan to earn CDA within the first six months or an associate/bachelor’s degree in early childhood education/child development or a related field within two years from date of hire.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s permits.
• Willingness to work with children with special needs and those with limited or no English language skills.
• Preferred bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

Responsabilidades

• Administer a developmentally, linguistically, and culturally appropriate early childhood education program.
• Meet the individual and holistic needs of infants and toddlers.
• Work closely with parents and families, ensuring they are included in planning and execution of education.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and volunteers, and be involved in providing meals and snacks for children.
• Assume Teacher duties in the temporary absence of the Teacher.
• Classroom Environment: assist in managing the classroom, supervising children, and engaging them in learning activities indoors and outdoors.
• Program Planning: support daily planning to promote children's growth and development, adhering to Head Start Performance Standards.
• Learning Environment: create an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment for play, exploration, and learning.
• Physical Development: implement activities that promote children's physical development and curiosity.
• Communication: actively communicate with children, providing opportunities for verbal and nonverbal communication.
• Creative Expression: stimulate children's creativity through play with sound, rhythm, language, materials, and space.
• Emotional Security: help each child develop independence and self-esteem.
• Behavioral Development: foster a supportive environment for appropriate behaviors.
• Individualized Learning: use observations and assessments to plan personalized learning activities.

Conocimientos

Bilingual Spanish/English

Childcare

CPR & First Aid

Educación

Preschool CDA or plan to earn within 6 months

Associate/Bachelor’s in ECE/Child Development or related field within 2 years

Descripción del empleo

Centro de la Familia is seeking a Teacher Assistant to contribute to a developmentally appropriate early childhood program for infants and toddlers in Utah. You will work closely with families, staff and volunteers to support planning, meals, and daily activities.

The role emphasizes bilingual communication, inclusion of diverse languages, and adherence to safety and health guidelines, with a focus on developmentally appropriate practice and family engagement.