Early Head Start Teacher Assistant: Nurture & Growth

Orange County Head Start - Child Care; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Head Start - Child Care is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support an EHS Teacher in a nurturing setting for.birth to three years. You will assist in planning and delivering developmentally appropriate activities, help form caring relationships, and participate in parent conferences to address each child’s growth.

The role involves documenting child progress, coordinating with families, and ensuring safety and health standards in the classroom and during activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or 12 units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development including core courses and 3 Infant/Toddler units.
• Experience: Some related experience.
• Knowledge: Early childhood development and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Language Skills: English fluency; Spanish and/or Vietnamese may be required.
• Math Skills: Basic math.
• Other Requirements: Valid California Driver License and proof of insurance; fingerprinting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist EHS Teacher to support health, safety and development of infants and toddlers.
• Help with learning experiences, plan and implement activities for preschool readiness.
• Participate in home visits and parent conferences to discuss child progress.
• Document progress via observations, work samples, and input from families.
• Assist with daily paperwork, attendance, meal counts, drills, and safety checks.
• Provide care for children (diapering, toileting, self-care) and supervise at all times.
• Train parents/volunteers on classroom procedures and interactions with children.

Education

Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or 12 ECE units incl. 3 Infant/Toddler units

Job description

Orange County Head Start - Child Care is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support an EHS Teacher in a nurturing setting for.birth to three years. You will assist in planning and delivering developmentally appropriate activities, help form caring relationships, and participate in parent conferences to address each child’s growth.

The role involves documenting child progress, coordinating with families, and ensuring safety and health standards in the classroom and during activities.