Infant & Toddler Paraeducator - Early Head Start

Wyoming Child & Family Development; Wheatland (WY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyoming Child & Family Development seeks a paraeducator for Early Head Start to create a safe, supportive environment for birth to three-year-olds. You will assist the Lead Teacher, prepare materials, and provide individualized care within our EHS program.

Responsibilities include delivering services to children, families, and staff in various settings, maintaining positive communication, and collaborating on IFSP/IEP goals. Strong basic first aid and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18+ years old.
• Must obtain a Child Development Associate Credential within a specified time frame; training and support provided by WCFD.
• WCFD will accept college degrees from accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Recruit children for the program per DHHS and WCFD guidelines.
• Provide infant/toddler care based on child development knowledge.
• Deliver direct services to children, families and staff in various settings.
• Communicate positively with staff, children and families verbally and nonverbally.
• Work effectively with children with behavioral concerns or disabilities.
• Assist in organizing group socialization activities.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Provide individualized educational activities to foster exploration and problem-solving.
• Support IFSP/IEP goals with teachers, family support providers and therapists.
• Keep classrooms clean, organized and safe.
• Assume full classroom responsibilities when needed.
• Perform minor first aid and routine hygienic care.

Skills

Safe environment creation

Developmentally appropriate practices

Communication skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Bilingual preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate Credential

Accredited college degree recognition by US DOE

Job description

Wyoming Child & Family Development seeks a paraeducator for Early Head Start to create a safe, supportive environment for birth to three-year-olds. You will assist the Lead Teacher, prepare materials, and provide individualized care within our EHS program.

Responsibilities include delivering services to children, families, and staff in various settings, maintaining positive communication, and collaborating on IFSP/IEP goals. Strong basic first aid and adaptability are essential.