HS Teacher Assistant

Motivation, Education, & Training, Inc.; Livingston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in Livingston, TX is seeking a dedicated Head Start Support Specialist to help create a warm, engaging classroom. You will assist the teacher with implementing the MET Head Start curriculum, support learning activities, and attend to group and individual child and family needs with patience and care.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid certification, and a willingness to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Head Start experience preferred.
• Detail- and multi-task orientation required.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills required.
• Must cope with stress and handle physical activity; lifting up to 50 lbs.
• CPR/First Aid certification required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in effectively implementing the MET Head Start education curriculum.
• Support and help manage a warm, engaging learning environment for Head Start children.
• Address needs of the group as well as individual children and families with patience and care.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Patience

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Support and help manage an attractive, warm and challenging learning environment for Head Start children, incorporating appropriate early intervention, learning and care activities which meet the needs of the group as well as those of individual children and families. Assist the teacher in effectively implementing the MET Head Start education curriculum. Strong desire to succeed. Patient, able to resolve conflicts, gentle, loving, kind, creative, and resourceful.

Requirements

Applicant will possess a High School Diploma or GED. Head Start experience preferred. Detail and multi-task oriented. Strong organizational, interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills. Must be able to cope with stress. Time spent in strenuous physical activity, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Prior to date of hire and thorough employment, certifications of the following are required: valid driver's license, proof of current auto insurance, access to reliable transportation, and CPR/First Aid certification.

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