Teacher Assistant

Family Service Association of San Antonio, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit educational organization in San Antonio seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support the Head Start Teacher in delivering effective classroom instruction. The role requires a High School Diploma and a Child Development Associate credential, along with current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Ideal candidates will be fluent in English and Spanish, exhibit classroom management skills, and understand cultural differences to enhance service delivery. The position is full-time and supports critical educational initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus CDA credential required.
• Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• Working towards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Start Teacher in delivering classroom curriculum.
• Supervise children at all times.
• Maintain classroom expectations and positive relationships.

Skills

Fluent in English and Spanish

Understanding of cultural differences

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Associates in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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Pay Range

This range is provided by Family Service Association of San Antonio, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay

$18.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Responsibilities

The Teacher Assistant (including substitutes and floaters) assists the Head Start Teacher in delivering the classroom curriculum in accordance with Head Start regulations, licensing, and guidelines, and uses agency standards to ensure services align with the Social Determinants of Health through a trauma-informed care lens as defined by the agency. The classroom is maintained as one in which children are aware of expectations, provided with rules, consistent; while building a positive relationship with students that focuses on positive communication, appropriate physical proximity, respect, positive discipline, and guidance. Supervise children at all times.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or better in Early Childhood Education.
• Preferred Education: Associates or better in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience (Required): High School Diploma or GED plus a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required; working toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with a major relative to early childhood education preferred.
• Experience (Required): Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification. Required.
• Preferred: Previous classroom experience and ability to utilize various learning techniques in the successful delivery of curricula.
• Preferred: Understands cultural differences and is sensitive to the implications of culture for service delivery.
• Preferred: Fluent in English and Spanish (read, write, and speak) desirable.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: CPR/First Aid
• Required: Child Development Associate (CDA)

Equal Opportunity Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Non-profit Organization Management