Head Start Relief Teaching Assistant

HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education Head Start - Multiple Campus Locations in Houston, Texas is seeking a Relief Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities and student supervision. You will assist the teacher with lesson plans, assessments, and documentation while ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment.

Ideal candidates have a CDA credential or an associate degree in early childhood education and are enrolled in related credential programs.

Qualifications

• Education: CDA credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Enrollment in CDA credential program to be completed within 12 months; CDA by 24 months of hire date.
• Enrollment in a program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist with screening assigned students within the first 45 days of enrollment.
• Support the teacher in creating an instructional environment that is engaging, positive and interactive.
• Participate in the creation of lesson plans and support implementation.
• Assist with ongoing assessments to support individual instruction and monitor progress of students, sharing information with teaching team.
• Maintain adequate supervision to ensure students’ health, welfare, and safety.
• Support the teacher during semi-annual home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
• Work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and community partners to support HCDE Head Start’s school readiness goals for children, families, and the community.
• Ensure all required assignments and documentation is complete and accurate as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Pre-School CDA credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Enrolled in CDA credential program (within 12 months)

Enrolled in program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Harris County Department of Education Head Start - Multiple Campus Locations in Houston, Texas is seeking a Relief Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities and student supervision. You will assist the teacher with lesson plans, assessments, and documentation while ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment.

Ideal candidates have a CDA credential or an associate degree in early childhood education and are enrolled in related credential programs.