Head Start Assistant Teacher — Early Childhood Support

Clackamas County Children's Commission; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 24,298 - 34,607; Full time

Job summary

Clackamas County Children's Commission in Oregon seeks a full-time preschool assistant to support the classroom teacher in Head Start services for low-income and special needs children and their families. You will help with assessments, lesson planning, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The role requires CDA or higher in ECE (or equivalent), experience in early childhood settings, and the ability to work with diverse families.

Qualifications

• CDA; Associates or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in an early childhood education classroom, certified child care center, or comparable group care program.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with assessments and the design/implementation of the daily lesson plan within the classroom.
• Set up and maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Maintain records relating to the classroom, such as child observation notes, lesson plan notes, and attendance.
• Follow PBIS approach in directing and guiding children and ensure a safe environment.
• Greet children, prepare materials for instructional purposes, and support parent Open House events.
• Attend monthly parent meetings and perform developmental screenings as requested.

Skills

Team player

Parent communication

First Aid/CPR

Driver's license

Food handler

Confidentiality

Developmental screenings

Education

CDA; Associates or higher in ECE or related field preferred

Job description

Clackamas County Children's Commission in Oregon seeks a full-time preschool assistant to support the classroom teacher in Head Start services for low-income and special needs children and their families. You will help with assessments, lesson planning, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The role requires CDA or higher in ECE (or equivalent), experience in early childhood settings, and the ability to work with diverse families.