Head Start Classroom Assistant: Inspire Learning

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. is seeking an assistant to support the Head or Group Teacher in a classroom adhering to Head Start standards and New Jersey licensing regulations.

You will assist in planning activities, observe and document child development, and help with administrative duties. The role requires CDA enrollment or progress toward a degree, a high school diploma or GED, and daily access to a car for transportation and home visits.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDA or enroll immediately in CDA program or in early childhood coursework leading to an associate or bachelor degree.
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have a car available on a daily basis.
• Must be able to read and write sufficiently to maintain proper records

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning and implementing educational activities in the classroom and interact with children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Assist the Teacher in the development and implementation of individualized plans for children.
• Assist in observing, screening, assessing, and documenting children's growth and development.
• Document observations and individual activities in blue books.
• Assist in carrying out administrative duties as delegated by the teacher.
• Assume Teacher responsibilities in the absence of the Teacher.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate records or reports, including daily attendance and in-kind records.
• Attend training and workshops and participate in staff meetings; coordinate parent and volunteer involvement and home visits.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Record-keeping

Communication with children

Time management

Education

CDA or CDA enrollment

High School Diploma or GED

Early childhood coursework toward degree

Job description

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. is seeking an assistant to support the Head or Group Teacher in a classroom adhering to Head Start standards and New Jersey licensing regulations.

You will assist in planning activities, observe and document child development, and help with administrative duties. The role requires CDA enrollment or progress toward a degree, a high school diploma or GED, and daily access to a car for transportation and home visits.