Head Start: Infant & Toddler Teacher Assistant

HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY ACTION ASSOCIATION, INC; Lampasas (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

15 paid holidays per year

Life insurance

Job summary

Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc. is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher Assistant (12 months) to support infant and toddler care under the supervision of a center teacher or site director.

The role involves classroom assistance, health and safety procedures, and participation in home visits as part of the Head Start program. You will help implement program objectives, assist with meals and activities, and maintain records while meeting the program's standards and confidentiality

Qualifications

• Minimum CDA or enrolled in a program leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with infant/toddler development knowledge.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom care giving routines and safety.
• Assist teacher in maintaining a clean, safe and orderly classroom environment.
• Participate in home visits with teacher.
• Record keeping and order supplies.
• Learn Head Start Performance Standards and Minimum Standards for Childcare Licensing.

Skills

Warm attitude

Reliability

Flexibility

Willing to accept supervision

Bilingual encouraged

Education

CDA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

CDA program enrollment

Job description

Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc. is seeking an Early Head Start Teacher Assistant (12 months) to support infant and toddler care under the supervision of a center teacher or site director.

The role involves classroom assistance, health and safety procedures, and participation in home visits as part of the Head Start program. You will help implement program objectives, assist with meals and activities, and maintain records while meeting the program's standards and confidentiality