Head Start Associate Teacher - Bilingual Preferred

MAAC; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MAAC in San Marcos, CA is seeking a Head Start education assistant to support planning, supervising, and implementing the classroom education program under supervision. The role emphasizes working with diverse preschool-age children in a Head Start setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 12 ECE units, and a CDA credential, with preferred bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Employment requires background checks and timely training completion.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of development and developmental patterns of children ages 3-5 years.
• Oral and written English and grammar; basic arithmetic; developmental needs of preschool children; early childhood education methods.
• Head Start philosophy, principles, and 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 the individual child.
• Assists in implementing the approved curriculum and multi-cultural education.
• Maintains classroom safety and environment.
• Communicates with parents and volunteers to support child development.
• Assists with home visits and Individual Family Plans for families enrolled.

Skills

Bilingual

Early childhood development

Curriculum implementation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12 units in ECE or Child Development

California CDA or CDA credential

Job description

MAAC in San Marcos, CA is seeking a Head Start education assistant to support planning, supervising, and implementing the classroom education program under supervision. The role emphasizes working with diverse preschool-age children in a Head Start setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 12 ECE units, and a CDA credential, with preferred bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Employment requires background checks and timely training completion.