Co-Teacher, Early Head Start – On-Site

Volunteers of America Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VOALA is hiring a Co-Teacher for Head Start/Early Head Start programs in Los Angeles. You will create a developmentally appropriate environment with activities that foster social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth for children aged 0–5.

You will collaborate with a Family Advocate and other staff to implement curriculum and engage families. The position requires on-site work, adherence to licensing standards, and strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 24 CD units in ECE/CD.
• Experience working with children in educational settings preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is an asset for communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide children with varied activities to support social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
• Plan curriculum for morning and afternoon classes and coordinate with the Co-Teacher and Family Advocate.
• Integrate Head Start services into learning and maintain records and monthly paperwork.
• Observe development, set goals and support parental involvement in education.
• Maintain safety and health standards on-site per licensing requirements.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Experience with children

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma/GED

24 CD units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

Job description

VOALA is hiring a Co-Teacher for Head Start/Early Head Start programs in Los Angeles. You will create a developmentally appropriate environment with activities that foster social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth for children aged 0–5.

You will collaborate with a Family Advocate and other staff to implement curriculum and engage families. The position requires on-site work, adherence to licensing standards, and strong communication with families.