Co-Teacher, Early Head Start (Ages 2–3)

voalacs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) seeks a Teacher Assistant II for Early Head Start South Bay. The role supports 2–3 year olds with developmentally appropriate activities, on-site, and collaborates with a co-teacher to implement the Head Start curriculum.

The position offers benefits and requires fingerprint clearance, a CA driver’s license for on-site/home visits, immunizations, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must pass fingerprint clearance and background check.
• Must have access to automobile with adequate insurance and CA driver’s license.
• TB clearance within 6 months prior; annual influenza vaccination; pertussis and measles immunization.
• Health screening at time of employment; lifting up to 50 lbs and mobility requirements.
• 6 infant/toddler units required at hire; 24 CD units within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate activities to 2–3 year olds.
• Plan and implement the Head Start curriculum for morning and afternoon sessions.
• Collaborate with Co-Teacher and Family Advocate to support enrolled families.
• Maintain child records and submit monthly paperwork as required.
• Create a learning environment reflecting diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Pass fingerprint clearance

California driver’s license

Immunizations up to date

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

AA in ECE/CD with 24 units

AA in related field with 24 CD units

Job description

Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) seeks a Teacher Assistant II for Early Head Start South Bay. The role supports 2–3 year olds with developmentally appropriate activities, on-site, and collaborates with a co-teacher to implement the Head Start curriculum.

The position offers benefits and requires fingerprint clearance, a CA driver’s license for on-site/home visits, immunizations, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.