Head Start/Early Head Start - Teacher Assistant

CSUDH Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving the lives of families through child care services. As a Head Start/Early Head Start Teacher Assistant, you will play a crucial role in fostering the social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development of preschoolers. This position involves assisting with classroom operations, planning, and implementing curriculum tailored for children aged 2 to 5. You will work in a supportive environment that values diversity and professional growth, while also ensuring compliance with state regulations and best practices in early childhood education. If you are passionate about making a difference in young children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

95% Agency paid Medical/Dental/Vision

Employee Assistance Program

401k Matching Options

Generous Sick and Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Opportunity for Growth and Development

Robust Learning Management System

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 units in Early Childhood Education required.
• Knowledge of Child Care Licensing and Head Start Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in early childhood education for preschoolers aged 2 to 5.
• Support classroom operations including planning and child assessment.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Child Care Licensing Regulations

Microsoft Office Suite

CPR and Basic First Aid

Education

6 Early Childhood Education coursework units

Tools

E-mail

Internet

Job description

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families

through Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Head Start/Early Head Start - Teacher Assistant

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, he/she is responsible for early childhood education that is geared toward the overall goal of social competence and school readiness, which is age and developmentally appropriate for preschoolers ages 2 to 5 years old. Provides for the children's social intellectual, physical and emotional development. Is responsible for assisting with the classroom operation including, planning, curriculum and child assessment implementation, and supervision of children.

Education: Minimum 6 Early Childhood Education coursework units.

Experience: Six (6) months direct experience working with young children preferred. Knowledge of Child Care Licensing Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards and best practices related to early childhood education. Knowledge of program practices in preschool, center-based and/or home-based programs. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and internet.

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid California driver's license, have use of a motor vehicle and provide evidence of automobile liability insurance. Must meet State health requirements including passing a physical examination as a condition of employment, and must provide verification of a TB clearance at the time of employment. Mandatory CPR and Basic First Aid certificate, which employee is responsible to maintain for the duration of their employment with Head Start.

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% Agency paid!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Life and AD&D for Employee, Spouse and Children
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care)
• Mutual of Omaha (STD, Accident, & Critical Illness)
• Generous Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break from 12/24 - 1/1 (for select positions)
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org

All Head Start positions are implemented in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards in each service area.