Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, OR is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom activities in early childhood education. You will work with teachers and aides to implement curriculum, support children's development, and help maintain a safe, orderly learning environment.

The role offers exposure to Head Start programs, opportunities for professional growth, and hands-on experience in education, food service, and cleaning tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Level 1: Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education within two years of hire.
• Level 2: Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education.
• Six months Head Start experience or one year in a preschool classroom/childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure classroom safety with appropriate supervision.
• Ensure children are released only to parents/guardians or authorized adults.
• Support teachers in developing children's cognitive, physical, social-emotional, and language skills.
• Conduct and record child observations to set goals.
• Use lesson plans and curricula addressing individual goals and needs.

Skills

Tact and diplomacy

Empathy

Communication with clients

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education (Level 1)

Certificate of Completion in Early Childhood Education (Level 2)

Head Start / preschool experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Videoconferencing platforms

Web tools

Job description

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, OR is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom activities in early childhood education. You will work with teachers and aides to implement curriculum, support children's development, and help maintain a safe, orderly learning environment.

The role offers exposure to Head Start programs, opportunities for professional growth, and hands-on experience in education, food service, and cleaning tasks as needed.