Head Start Itinerant Teacher – Bilingual Early Childhood

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County; North Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Retirement plan with 5% match

Job summary

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County seeks a Teacher I (Itinerant) for Head Start in Santa Maria, CA. The role involves collaborating with a team teacher to deliver weekly lesson plans, ensure a safe classroom, and support diverse families in their children’s education.

Responsibilities include screenings, development plans, and parental engagement, with a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits. Experience with disabilities is desirable, and bilingual skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• 12 units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development (core courses) or Associate Teacher/Child Development Associate permit.
• Six infant and toddler units completed or enrolled at hire time for Early Head Start Center.
• Current Child Development Permit for position held.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop weekly lesson plans with the team teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive classroom climate and an intentional learning environment.
• Screen and assess children using appropriate tools; individualize education plans.
• Engage parents from diverse backgrounds in their child’s education.
• Maintain child records and ensure confidentiality; complete required documentation.

Skills

Bilingual preferred

Disabilities experience

Team collaboration

Education

12 units in ECE/Child Dev

Six infant & toddler units

Child Development Permit

Pediatric First Aid & CPR

Tools

Internet software

Word processing software

Job description

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County seeks a Teacher I (Itinerant) for Head Start in Santa Maria, CA. The role involves collaborating with a team teacher to deliver weekly lesson plans, ensure a safe classroom, and support diverse families in their children’s education.

Responsibilities include screenings, development plans, and parental engagement, with a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits. Experience with disabilities is desirable, and bilingual skills are preferred.