Head Start Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Early Childhood

HS-J D WALKER; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education invites applications for a Teaching Assistant at the HS-J D WALKER Center in Baytown, Texas. The role supports the classroom teacher in preparing activities, managing routine tasks, and ensuring compliance with Head Start standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CDA or associate degree in early childhood, and willingness to pursue CDA within 24 months; bilingual abilities are a plus; salary is $15.50-$18.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalence.
• Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Enrolled in CDA credential program to be completed no later than 12 months and CDA credential achieved no later than 24 months of hire date; or
• Enrolled in a program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision and values.
• Screen 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, consistently 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

Ability to work well with adults

Ability to communicate effectively

General knowledge of computer systems

Basic written and verbal communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDA credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Enrolled in CDA credential program (12 months deadline)

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

Job description

Harris County Department of Education invites applications for a Teaching Assistant at the HS-J D WALKER Center in Baytown, Texas. The role supports the classroom teacher in preparing activities, managing routine tasks, and ensuring compliance with Head Start standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CDA or associate degree in early childhood, and willingness to pursue CDA within 24 months; bilingual abilities are a plus; salary is $15.50-$18.90 per hour.