Classroom Aide - Full-time (Sheridan)

Head Start of Yamhill County; Sheridan (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Head Start of Yamhill County is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support daily classroom activities and care for children in a preschool setting.

The role assists Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant, promoting safety, learning, and development while engaging families and providing a positive early education experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to work towards a CDA credential.
• Experience working with children in a preschool setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant in delivering daily classroom activities.
• Oversee the well-being and safety of all children.
• Support families and communicate about children's progress.

Skills

Classroom communication

Patience

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credential (towards)

Experience with preschool children

Job description

About Head Start of Yamhill County

Mission Statement

We are committed to being a successful learning community which includes: a partnership with parents and their children; a celebration of diversity; an atmosphere of support, respect, and trust; where everyone is safe and experiences a sense of belonging.

5-year goals 2024-2029

In 2018 HSYC was awarded a five-year grant to continue offering program services. These are our five-year goals:

Goal #1: HSYC implements Conscious Discipline to support the social emotional needs/self-regulation of the HSYC community.

Goal #2: All children, regardless of family situation, will have strong attendance that will carryover after HSYC participation.

Goal #3: HSYC will be known for providing high quality, comprehensive services for school and life readiness through a unique two-generation approach.

Goal #4: Hire and retain individuals who are committed to the true HSYC mission and philosophy and who understand the need to be trauma-informed and relationship-based in an early childhood program.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Assists Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant delivering daily classroom activities and overseeing the
the well-being of all children.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Willingness to work towards a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
3. Experience working with children in a preschool setting

Persons with disabilities and limited English proficiency (LEP) have the right to free language assistance and accommodations. HSYC will provide these services upon request.