Early Head Start - Head Start Assistant Teacher

Northside Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to child development is seeking a passionate Head Start Assistant Teacher. In this role, you will work closely with a lead teacher to support the developmental needs of children and engage with families to create a nurturing learning environment. Your contributions will help children overcome adversity and thrive, making a meaningful impact in their lives. Join a team committed to high-quality, outcome-driven services that empower children and families to reach their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Experience working with families and children ages birth to five required.
• Ability to organize documents accurately and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing classroom activities for Head Start children.
• Collaborate with the Group Teacher to create developmentally appropriate lesson plans.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to write correctly

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies Gold

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Early Head Start - Head Start Assistant Teacher

Northside Center is known for our wonderful work culture and our expert teams of educators and clinicians. Most importantly, look forward to joining us in achieving our mission to provide children and families with the support they need to overcome adversity and thrive. Ensuring that our high-quality outcome-driven behavioral, mental health and education services propel struggling children forward, away from the ill effects of poverty and racism, toward a future limited only by the scope of their dreams.

Job Summary

The Head Start Assistant Teacher assists in planning and implementing classroom activities for Head Start children. This role involves working closely with the lead teacher to support the developmental needs of children and engaging with families to foster a collaborative learning environment.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of children.
• Supervise the planning and execution of a program that considers the social, developmental, and health needs of the group and individual children.
• Observe and record children’s behavior and development.
• Collaborate with the Group Teacher to create developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans.
• Assist the Group Teacher in developing and maintaining positive relationships with families.
• Participate in scheduled meetings with families, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team of the school.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with the program’s goals.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards, including confidentiality and respect for rights and privacy of staff, parents, and children.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings, seeking staff development opportunities.
• Work as a team member with all staff, maintaining a positive work ethic and acting conscientiously in routine duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• Experience working with families and children ages birth to five required.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to write correctly using grammar, spelling, and punctuation; organize documents accurately.
• Effective communication skills with community members, groups, managers, regulatory agencies, and families, both individually and in group settings.