Head Start Child Development Aide - Paraprofessional

Clarke County School District; Georgia; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarke County School District in Georgia seeks a Head Start Child Development Assistant (Paraprofessional) to support three-year-olds in a structured learning environment. The role can involve working in classrooms, offices, media centers, one-on-one or in small groups under supervision.

Required qualifications include CDA/TCC in early childhood education or enrollment in a related program, with a preference for bilingual English/Spanish, and a minimum high school diploma.

Qualifications

• CDA or TCC in early childhood education or equivalent coursework.
• Enrolled in an associate/bachelor program in early childhood education or in a CDA credential program to complete within two years.

Responsibilities

• Administers achievement and diagnostics tests/assessments as directed by the teacher.
• Assists students with lesson assignments and activities.
• Implements activities assigned by the teacher.
• Maintains classroom equipment and learning aids.
• Monitors students in various settings for safety and learning.
• Reports observations to instructional/administrative staff.
• Responds to emergencies to ensure student safety.
• Supports classroom teachers and peers in implementing curriculum.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Adult-child interactions

Curriculum implementation

Assessment & progress tracking

First aid & safety

Team collaboration

Bilingual preferred

Education

CDA or TCC in early childhood education

Associate or bachelor degree program in ECE or CDA credential program

High school diploma or GED

21+ years old

Job description

Clarke County School District in Georgia seeks a Head Start Child Development Assistant (Paraprofessional) to support three-year-olds in a structured learning environment. The role can involve working in classrooms, offices, media centers, one-on-one or in small groups under supervision.

Required qualifications include CDA/TCC in early childhood education or enrollment in a related program, with a preference for bilingual English/Spanish, and a minimum high school diploma.