Head Start: Early Childhood Teaching Assistant

Human Resources; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Human Resources in Oregon is seeking staff to assist in Head Start classrooms, supporting planning, activities, and nutrition with children aged 3–5. You will help maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate environment and assist with data entry and lesson planning in coordination with the Teacher 2/Advocate and Education Supervisor.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and ongoing training. A valid Oregon driver’s license, Food Handlers, First Aid, and CPR certifications are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDA or enrollment in a program leading to an associate or bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with children ages 3-5 and willingness to obtain additional training.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and provisioning classroom activities, assessments, nutrition, and sanitation.
• Prepare classroom materials and assist individuals or small groups of children.
• Maintain a clean, safe, healthy learning environment and assist with data entry.
• Meet with Teacher 2/Advocate to discuss child outcomes and plan weekly lessons.

Skills

Working with young children

Teamwork

Family engagement

Sanitation knowledge

Early childhood education

Child development

Observation of behavior

Professionalism

Time management

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma

CDA certificate

Experience with 3-5 year olds

Enrollment in degree program

Job description

Human Resources in Oregon is seeking staff to assist in Head Start classrooms, supporting planning, activities, and nutrition with children aged 3–5. You will help maintain a safe, developmentally appropriate environment and assist with data entry and lesson planning in coordination with the Teacher 2/Advocate and Education Supervisor.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and ongoing training. A valid Oregon driver’s license, Food Handlers, First Aid, and CPR certifications are