Preschool Classroom Assistant (Head Start)

Child Development; Oxnard (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Child Development in Oxnard, CA seeks a classroom aide to support Head Start and state preschool programs under teacher supervision. You will assist with transitions, activities, and maintain safety and confidentiality.

Your role includes helping with parent contacts, screenings, record keeping, and assessment, plus helping with nutrition and daily care for children, including those with disabilities. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Fluent English with reading ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with families.
• Sensitivity to diverse cultures and needs.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the classroom with Head Start/state preschool program implementation.
• Assist children with toileting as needed.
• Provide developmentally appropriate activities for all children, including those with disabilities, in 1:1 or small groups.
• Assist with parent contacts, home visits, screening, record keeping, and ongoing assessment.
• Be alert to potentially hazardous activities.
• Use preventive techniques for preschool children with disabilities.
• Become familiar with the disability of enrolled children who have disabilities.
• Attend workshops, pre-service, in-service, and required training.
• Meet with teacher to discuss progress and concerns of individual children.
• Contribute to nutrition program by assisting with onsite transportation of food, table setting, and meals with children.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Cultural sensitivity

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Six (6) completed units in early childhood education

Description du poste

Child Development in Oxnard, CA seeks a classroom aide to support Head Start and state preschool programs under teacher supervision. You will assist with transitions, activities, and maintain safety and confidentiality.

Your role includes helping with parent contacts, screenings, record keeping, and assessment, plus helping with nutrition and daily care for children, including those with disabilities. Training is provided.