Head Start Assistant Teacher I: Impactful Early Learning

Catholic Charities Comm; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision/Dental

Retirement plan (403b)

Job summary

Catholic Charities Community Services in Tolleson, AZ seeks a dedicated Head Start aide to support teachers and give quality services to children and families. The role runs for the school year (10 months) with scheduled breaks per the calendar.

You will assist in implementing bilingual, multicultural curriculum, help with observations, lesson plans, and family engagement activities, and ensure safety and compliance with CACFP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write legibly in English.
• Must meet Head Start educational requirements.
• Second language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teacher and classroom functions to provide quality services to children and families.
• Assist in observations for Fall, Winter and Spring assessments.
• Assist in planning weekly lesson plans.
• Assist in two parent conferences and two educational home visits.
• Document health information and screenings within 45 days of enrollment.
• Support children with disability and families, with adaptations as needed.
• Follow CACFP guidelines and complete related paperwork.
• Be a mandatory reporter for suspected abuse/neglect.
• May substitute in another classroom or site as needed.

Skills

Bilingual capability

Positive attitude

Reading/writing English

Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDA/AA/BA in ECE enrollment

Minimum six months experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Outlook)

Job description

Catholic Charities Community Services in Tolleson, AZ seeks a dedicated Head Start aide to support teachers and give quality services to children and families. The role runs for the school year (10 months) with scheduled breaks per the calendar.

You will assist in implementing bilingual, multicultural curriculum, help with observations, lesson plans, and family engagement activities, and ensure safety and compliance with CACFP guidelines.