Head Start Teacher Assistant

Hrcap

Newport News, Virginia

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Child Development, Communication Skills, Community Programs, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Kindergarten, Licensing, Section 125 Pre-Tax Plan, Set Goals, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Newport News, Virginia

POSTED

5 days ago

To assist the teacher in providing a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children, while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips).
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To assist in the promotion of social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children relative to the Creative Curriculum, Head Start Performance Standards/Domains and Licensing guidelines.
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To encourage parental involvement in all aspects of the program
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To assist in the development of individual goals for children, provide on -going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into kindergarten.
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Requirements<\/h3>
- Head Start teaching assistants nationwide in center -based programs have:
  1) At least a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential;
  2) Enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree; or
  3) Enrolled in a child development associate credential program to be completed within two years.
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- Certificate/transcripts will be required to validate ECE coursework or related classes.
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- Prefer demonstrated classroom ability, typically one -year full -time preschool classroom experience or equivalent.
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- Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of three and four -year -old children usually gained through a minimum of one -year of relevant experience.
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- Excellent communication skills, especially good listening and writing skills.
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- If a licensed driver, employee must have a valid Virginia Driver's License and proof of current auto insurance where applicable.
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- Employment is conditional pending immediate enrollment in Child Care Division - Criminal History Registry.
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- Must present current TB/Physical at the time of employment or within 10 working days for TB test and 30 days for physical.
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  Benefits<\/h3>
  Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full -time employees, effective the first day of the month following your hire date. Benefits include:
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  Â·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Paid Time Off:<\/span><\/b>
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>Sick leave accrued at 5 hours per pay period
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>1 paid day off annually for your birthday
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>11 paid holidays, including major federal holidays
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>Official Break Pay (Spring Break, Summer Break, and Winter Break)
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  Â·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Health & Wellness:<\/span><\/b>
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for employees and dependents
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>HRCAP covers 75% of health insurance premiums
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>Coverage begins the first of the month after hire
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>Pre -tax premium deductions via Section 125 Plan
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  Â·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Retirement:<\/span><\/b>
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  o    <\/span><\/span><\/span>403(b) retirement plan with a dollar -for -dollar match up to 3% after one year of service
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  Additional details are provided in the HRCAP Employee Handbook and Summary Plan Documents.
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