Relief Teaching Assistant

HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education Head Start - Multiple Campus Locations in Houston, Texas is seeking a Relief Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities and student supervision. You will assist the teacher with lesson plans, assessments, and documentation while ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment.

Ideal candidates have a CDA credential or an associate degree in early childhood education and are enrolled in related credential programs.

Qualifications

• Education: CDA credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Enrollment in CDA credential program to be completed within 12 months; CDA by 24 months of hire date.
• Enrollment in a program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist with screening assigned students within the first 45 days of enrollment.
• Support the teacher in creating an instructional environment that is engaging, positive and interactive.
• Participate in the creation of lesson plans and support implementation.
• Assist with ongoing assessments to support individual instruction and monitor progress of students, sharing information with teaching team.
• Maintain adequate supervision to ensure students’ health, welfare, and safety.
• Support the teacher during semi-annual home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
• Work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and community partners to support HCDE Head Start’s school readiness goals for children, families, and the community.
• Ensure all required assignments and documentation is complete and accurate as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Pre-School CDA credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Enrolled in CDA credential program (within 12 months)

Enrolled in program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Harris County Department of Education HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAMPUS LOCATIONS - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Relief Teaching Assistant

Harris County Department of Education HEAD START - MULTIPLE CAMPUS LOCATIONS - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Job Details

Job ID: 5544324

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 18, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements as it applies to students enrolled at a HCDE Head Start campus. Ensure compliance with all HCDE policies, division procedures, Head Start Program Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards and other local, state and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Enrolled in Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program to be completed no later than 12 months and CDA credential achieved no later than 24 months of hire date; or
• Enrolled in a program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with adults
• Ability to communicate effectively
• General knowledge of computer systems and software applications
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills a plus

Experience:

• Six months to one-year experience working with young children in a Head Start program or other early childhood education program or documentation of 24 hours of early care and education training obtained within the past twelve months

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
• Assist with screening assigned students within the first 45 days of enrollment.
• Support the teacher in creating an instructional environment that is engaging, positive and interactive.
• Participate in the creation of lesson plans and support implementation.
• Assist with ongoing assessments to support individual instruction and monitor progress of students, consistently sharing information with teaching team.
• Maintain adequate supervision to ensure students’ health, welfare, and safety.
• Support the teacher during semi-annual home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
• Work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and community partners to support HCDE Head Start’s school readiness goals for children, families, and the community.
• Ensure all required assignments and documentation is complete and accurate as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.50 to $18.90 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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