Head Start Classroom Assistant — Supportive Teacher Aide

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

Job summary

Spectrum 360 in New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Start classroom, helping implement developmentally appropriate activities and individualized child plans in line with licensing standards.

The role involves documenting growth, attending staff meetings, and coordinating parental involvement. CDA enrollment or existing CDA is required, along with a High School Diploma and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDA or enroll immediately in CDA or in early childhood coursework toward degree.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 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 in observing, screening, assessing, and documenting children's growth and development.
• 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.
• Participate in weekly Center staff meetings and trainings.
• Encourage and coordinate parent and volunteer involvement; assist with Parent/Teacher conferences.
• Perform any other Head Start tasks as delegated by Teacher or management.

Skills

CDA

Early childhood

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or CDA in progress/early childhood coursework

Job description

Spectrum 360 in New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support the Head Start classroom, helping implement developmentally appropriate activities and individualized child plans in line with licensing standards.

The role involves documenting growth, attending staff meetings, and coordinating parental involvement. CDA enrollment or existing CDA is required, along with a High School Diploma and reliable transportation.