Preschool Associate Teacher - Early Childhood Development

Contra Costa County; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County is hiring classroom staff to support Head Start and Child Development Programs. Under supervision of a Teacher, Associate Teachers assist in planning and conducting full-day, full-year activities for preschool children aged 2.5–6.

The role involves organizing the learning environment, developing the developmental program, and collaborating with families to foster mutual respect and cooperation. Applicants must meet permit and clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 12 ECE units required.
• Possession of Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or CCC TCC.
• Must pass physical examination, fingerprinting and TB clearances.
• Submit official transcripts and permit verification with the application.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing the needs of children enrolled in the program.
• Assist in organizing the children's learning environment.
• Assist in planning and implementing the developmental program.
• Assist in working with parents to build a relationship of mutual respect and cooperation.
• Model appropriate behavior for the children and other adults.
• Make verbal and written reports of suspected child abuse to CPS and report unusual incidents as required.
• Perform duties of the Teacher-Project when the Teacher-Project is not in the classroom.
• Report issues of concern to the Teacher-Project or Site Supervisor-Project.
• Perform other tasks as may be required for the efficient operation of the instruction program.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Parent coordination

Model positive behavior

Report writing (verbal/written)

Education

High school diploma or GED

12 ECE units

AA degree in ECE preferred

Job description

Contra Costa County is hiring classroom staff to support Head Start and Child Development Programs. Under supervision of a Teacher, Associate Teachers assist in planning and conducting full-day, full-year activities for preschool children aged 2.5–6.

The role involves organizing the learning environment, developing the developmental program, and collaborating with families to foster mutual respect and cooperation. Applicants must meet permit and clearance requirements.