Early Head Start Teacher Assistant I — On-Site Impact

voalacs; 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 seeking a Teacher Assistant I for Early Head Start South Bay in Los Angeles. You will support children ages 2-3 with developmentally appropriate activities, assist in implementing the Head Start curriculum, and collaborate with family advocates and co-teachers to promote learning and family engagement.

The role requires fingerprint clearance, a CA driver’s license for visits, health clearances, and the ability to work on-site with children in a diverse community setting.

Qualifications

• Fingerprint clearance and background check required.
• Automobile access with adequate insurance and valid CA driver’s license.
• TB clearance within 6 months prior; annual influenza vaccination; pertussis and measles immunization.
• Health screening at time of employment and ability to interact with children in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide children with diverse activities to support social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
• Implement the morning and afternoon curriculum; plan individual and group activities; work with Co-Teacher and Family Advocate to support families.
• Integrate Head Start services (parent involvement, social services, nutrition, health, mental health).
• Maintain and submit monthly records; observe and assess developmental levels and set goals.
• Create a learning environment reflecting varied cultural backgrounds and ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Fingerprint clearance

Driver's license

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

On-site work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

24 CD units in ECE/CD (6 infant/toddler units)

AA in ECE/CD with 24 units (preferred)

Associate Teacher Child Development Permit or higher (preferred)

Job description

VOALA is seeking a Teacher Assistant I for Early Head Start South Bay in Los Angeles. You will support children ages 2-3 with developmentally appropriate activities, assist in implementing the Head Start curriculum, and collaborate with family advocates and co-teachers to promote learning and family engagement.

The role requires fingerprint clearance, a CA driver’s license for visits, health clearances, and the ability to work on-site with children in a diverse community setting.