Head Start Para-Educator: Bilingual Classroom Support

Walla Walla Center for Children & Families; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Walla Walla Center for Children & Families in Walla Walla, WA seeks an Assistant Teacher (Para-Educator) to support the Head Start program. You will assist in classrooms, help with centers, and support language development for students.

Strong teamwork and reliability are essential in a vibrant early-education setting. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, plus CDA or related credential pathway; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• AA degree or 72 college credits, or ability to pass the Para-Educator test.
• CDA credential or program enrollment with plan to complete within two years.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Start Lead Teacher with early childhood activities.
• Support language development for English and non-English learners.
• Supervise children in varied settings inside and outside the building.
• Assist with materials prep, centers, and small group instruction.
• Maintain weekly records and assist with classroom hygiene.

Education

High School diploma or GED

AA Degree 72 college credits

Federal Para-Educator test (or equivalent)

Preschool CDA credential or in CDA program

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Job description

Walla Walla Center for Children & Families in Walla Walla, WA seeks an Assistant Teacher (Para-Educator) to support the Head Start program. You will assist in classrooms, help with centers, and support language development for students.

Strong teamwork and reliability are essential in a vibrant early-education setting. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, plus CDA or related credential pathway; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.