Head Start Co-Teacher II - On-Site Impact

VOALA; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VOALA in Los Angeles operates Head Start and Early Head Start programs, serving children aged 0–5 and their families with health, nutrition, and early development services. The Co-Teacher will create a stimulating on-site classroom environment, implement the curriculum for double sessions, plan activities, and collaborate with the Family Advocate and co-teacher to support parents as primary educators.

On-site work is required; the role emphasizes safety, licensing compliance, and responsiveness

Qualifications

• AA in ECE/CD with 24 units or AA in related field with 24 CD units.
• BA in ECE/CD with 24 ECE/CD units preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide children with a rich learning environment and varied activities to promote social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
• Plan and implement the morning and afternoon curriculum (double sessions) and coordinate with the Family Advocate to engage families.
• Integrate HS services into learning, including parent involvement, social services, nutrition and health.
• Maintain daily planning and class records; observe and assess development and set goals for each child.
• Provide activities that reflect diverse cultural backgrounds and ensure safety and licensing compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

AA in ECE/CD with 24 units

BA in ECE/CD with 24 units

Job description

VOALA in Los Angeles operates Head Start and Early Head Start programs, serving children aged 0–5 and their families with health, nutrition, and early development services. The Co-Teacher will create a stimulating on-site classroom environment, implement the curriculum for double sessions, plan activities, and collaborate with the Family Advocate and co-teacher to support parents as primary educators.

On-site work is required; the role emphasizes safety, licensing compliance, and responsiveness