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.