Teacher Assistant EHS

Orange County Start Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Head Start seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant EHS to support infants and toddlers, collaborating with EHS teachers to promote learning and development in a supportive setting.

The role emphasizes family engagement, progress documentation, and adherence to Head Start Performance Standards within a high-energy educational environment.

Strong English communication and ability to work with diverse families are essential; a California driver license may be required.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 units in Early Childhood Education.
• Infant/Toddler specialization units preferred.
• Experience in Head Start or preschool setting.
• Ability to work with diverse families.

Responsibilities

• Assist EHS Teachers with daily activities and learning experiences.
• Support child development through structured play and routines.
• Document progress through observations and input from families.
• Communicate with parents during visits and conferences.
• Ensure safety and proper supervision of children.
• Assist with meal/snack preparation and classroom setup.
• Assist with assessments and data collection per Head Start standards.
• Coordinate with staff to support individualized plans.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish language

Vietnamese language

Education

Child Development Associate Teacher Permit

12 ECE units

Infant/Toddler specialization units

Job description

We strive to provide the highest quality early education for all children enrolled.

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking to make a real difference in your community? Orange County Head Start is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team!

We offer a variety of career opportunities, from teachers and teacher assistants to family advocates and support staff. If you’re committed to providing comprehensive services to preschool children and families, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Our Award-Winning Team?

• Make a lasting impact on the lives of young children
• Highly Competitive salaries and THE BEST benefits package in the field (100% employer paid family medical, dental, and vision, 11.1% employer contribution to 403(b), CASDI reimbursement, dependent care, generous paid holiday periods and vacation, and more)
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Position: Teacher Assistant EHS

Location: 6627 La Cienaga Drive

Buena Park, CA

Job Id:152

# of Openings:0

Teacher Assistant II - EHS

Job Code: Pay Grade II _____

Exemption Status: Non-E xempt

Job Purpose Summary

Assist EHS Teachers to ensure and maintain continuity of care to promote bonding between Caregivers and the children. Includes assisting EHS teachers with preparation, instruction, evaluation, home visits and parent conferences, regarding children’s growth and development.

Assist the EHS Teacher to effectively plan and implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual and physical development of infants and toddlers including improving the readiness of children for preschool based on individual patterns of development that address all domains and areas required by the Head Start Performance Standards.

Form partnerships with parents through ongoing communication and daily interaction at greeting and departure times.

Assist EHS Teachers to work with parents to develop individual lesson plans, goals and objectives for each child’s development in the domains required by the Head Start Performance Standards.

Assist EHS Teachers to document child’s progress through written observations, work samples, pictures and input from parents and other qualified staff in the required assessment tool.

Must be able to hear and see children at all time when under their supervision.

Instruct and interact with children utilizing age appropriate adult child interactions as approved by the agency including one-on-one, small group, and large group interactions.

Responsible for meeting the individual needs of all children (diapering, toileting, accommodating physical requirements), in a respectful, considerate and supportive manner. Provide care and supervision for children including maintaining safety, assisting with toileting and self-care routines.

Assist EHS Teachers to train parents and volunteers regarding classroom procedures, appropriate interactions with children and specific tasks.

Assist EHS Teachers in utilizing approved screening tools in partnership with parents to observe each child’s health and development.

Assist EHS Teacher to prepare daily paperwork including but not limited to daily attendance, meal count, daily milk count, fire and disaster drills, inside and outside safety checklist.

Assist EHS Teacher to communicate during home visit and parent conferences to communicate child progress with parents and set/update goals for each child.

Assist EHS Teacher to recruit parents to participate in Parent Engagement Program and notify parents of meetings, home visits, events and concerns.

Assist EHS Teacher in carrying out individual nutrition plan for infants and toddlers. Store formula and food in a properly maintained and refrigerated storage unit.

Prepare and set-up for meals and snacks as required.

Assist children and adults when injured or during other emergency situations within the classroom and related facilities.

Participate in the preparation, cleaning, and set up of classroom environment and materials for planned activities/lessons.

Perform similar and incidental duties as required.

Job Qualifications

Education: A Child Development Associate Teacher Permit and/or a Minimum of 12 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development including core courses and a minimum of 3 Infant/Toddler Specialization units.

Experience: Some related experience.

Knowledge: Knowledge of early childhood development and Head Start Performance Standards.

Language Skills: Oral and written fluency in English. Oral and written fluency in Spanish, and or Vietnamese may be required per as a result of community and workforce composition.

Math Skills: Basic math skills required.

Other Requirements: Must have a valid California Driver License and proof of insurance. Must be able to drive to and from different family homes, centers, meetings and/or training venues. Successfully comply with the provisions of Senate Bill 933 and Orange County Head Start’s requirements relative to fingerprinting and criminal background checks.

Other Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to effectively teach and interact effectively with children, parents and others, and to be an effective member of a teaching team. Must be able to work in a high energy/high stress environment.

Reasoning Abilities: Ability to understand and interact with children, parents and various support personnel.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Center Director. Works as a team member with other teaching staff.

Major Business/Professional Contacts

Routine contact with nurse regarding child’s health; with Inclusion Facilitator/Coordinator to assess child’s needs relative to special needs and with Center Director for the operation of the center.

Working and Environmental Conditions

Typically functions in a classroom or office environment, as well as daily outside exposure for playground monitoring.

Physical Demands

Requires extended periods of time standing, walking bending and lifting to help the children. Must be able to lift/carry/restrain a 40/50 pound child. Must be able to move freely and quickly within the center environment including sitting on the floor, kneeling, crawling to play with children and to meet their needs.