Head Start Teaching Assistant (Wayland Area)

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE; Dorr Township (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Communityactionallegan is seeking a Head Start Teaching Assistant in Michigan. The role supports the lead teacher with lesson planning, classroom management, and daily activities to foster development.

The candidate must have a Child Development Associate Credential, 480 hours of childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid certifications; other pre-employment requirements apply. The position is hourly and non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Must meet Head Start requirements including a Child Development Associate Credentials and 480 hours of childcare experience.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Pre-employment physical and TB test are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher with development and implementation of lesson plans and classroom management.
• Support daily group and individual activities to promote child development.
• Assist with children's screenings and assessments.
• Help prepare and serve meals and assist with cleanup.
• Assist with diapering and classroom setup/cleanup.
• Ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed.
• Attend staff meetings and maintain confidentiality.
• Respect the identities of each child and family; avoid stereotypes.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Lesson planning support

Child development observation

Communication with staff

Education

Child Development Associate Credentials

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Position Title: Head Start Teaching Assistant

Reports To: Education Supervisor / Director of Operations

Classification: Full Time / Part Year / Non-Exempt

Status: Hourly

Range: $14.50 - $17.00 per hour

Required Education and Experience: Must meet the Head Start requirements, including a minimum of a Child Development Associate Credentials, awarded by the Council of Professional Development and have 480 hours of childcare experience. Pass pre-employment physical, TB test. Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Summary/Objective: The Head Start Teaching Assistant completes the listed tasks. All tasks are considered essential except those identified as non-essential.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting the Teacher in the development and implementation of classroom lesson plans and classroom management.
• Assisting the teacher in implementing daily group and individual activities so that the children are provided with opportunities to enhance their development.
• Assisting the Teaching with the children's screenings and assessments.
• Assists in preparing and serving meals daily, cleaning up as needed after meal service.
• Assists with diapering.
• Assists teacher with classroom set-up and clean-up.
• Ensures safety and emergency procedures are followed.
• Attends all scheduled staff meetings for position held.
• Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Conducts a self-evaluation and works consistently to improve own job performance & develops individual professional development goals annually.
• Communicates regularly and works cooperatively with all staff.
• Always maintains confidentiality.
• Respects and promotes the unique identity of each child and family, and refrains from stereotyping based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, or disability.
• Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Executive Director