Head Start Assistant Teacher (Bilingual: English/Spanish)

MAAC (Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

MAAC Head Start in RinconCenter – Valley Center, CA is seeking a classroom assistant to support teachers in 3- to 5-year-old classrooms. This role emphasizes learning through structured activities and family engagement.

Under supervision, you will help plan and implement educational activities, assist with curriculum, and ensure a safe environment. A high school diploma and 12 ECE units are required; CDA credential preferred; bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 12 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development.
• California Child Development Associate Permit or CDA credential.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides input and assistance into daily classroom activities and lesson plans.
• Assists in designing and implementing classroom activities to meet individual needs.
• Supports curriculum implementation and multicultural education.
• Maintains a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment.
• Communicates with parents and volunteers to support learning.
• Assists with home visits and development of family plans.
• Performs attendance, meal counts, and classroom maintenance tasks.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Curriculum methods

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Twelve (12) units in ECE or Child Development

California CDA/Child Development Associate Permit or CDA credential

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Job description

MAAC Head Start in RinconCenter – Valley Center, CA is seeking a classroom assistant to support teachers in 3- to 5-year-old classrooms. This role emphasizes learning through structured activities and family engagement.

Under supervision, you will help plan and implement educational activities, assist with curriculum, and ensure a safe environment. A high school diploma and 12 ECE units are required; CDA credential preferred; bilingual abilities are a plus.