Head Start Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Education

MAAC; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

MAAC is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher in San Marcos, CA. Under supervision, you will support planning, supervision and implementation of the education program in the classroom, helping to promote school readiness for 3- to 5-year-olds.

The role emphasizes family engagement, safety, and multicultural learning; requires high school diploma, 12 ECE units, and a CDA permit; bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of development and developmental patterns of preschool children ages 3-5 years.
• Ability to learn and apply curriculum methods and procedures in MAAC Head Start; foster a mature, constructive team attitude.
• Head Start philosophy, principles, and comprehensive services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides input and assistance into daily classroom activities and lesson plans.
• Assists in designing and implementing classroom activities to meet the needs of individual children.
• Assists in implementing the approved curriculum and multicultural education.
• Assists with classroom arrangement and related physical requirements for a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Develops and maintains an open, friendly relationship with parents and volunteers.
• Assists in interpretation and explanation of Head Start policies, programs, and principles.
• Records individual children’s behavior and observations on appropriate forms.
• Provides experiences for growth relating to each child’s cultural and socioeconomic background.
• Performs accurate counts (attendance, meals).
• Assists in maintaining classroom cleanliness and related tasks; supervises children on bus as needed.
• Assists in home visits and Individual Family Plans.
• Attends mandated training programs, conferences, meetings.
• Ensures personalized services for special needs children.
• Assists in development of individual education plans and teaching.
• Provides an environment that supports growth and positive self-image.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Child development

Early childhood education

Bilingual ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12 units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

California Child Development Associate Permit or CDA

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Job description

MAAC is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher in San Marcos, CA. Under supervision, you will support planning, supervision and implementation of the education program in the classroom, helping to promote school readiness for 3- to 5-year-olds.

The role emphasizes family engagement, safety, and multicultural learning; requires high school diploma, 12 ECE units, and a CDA permit; bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.