Job Description
Position: Assistant Teacher I-II, HS
Expected Rate of Pay: $18.51 to $20.11 per hour (Depending on Education and Experience)
Full Range of Position: $18.51 to $24.90 per hour
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Pay Differential Available
Current Driver’s License and Insurance Required
Hours: 29 hours per week, 9-10 months per year.
All applicants for Head Start Child Development Program positions must review the attached NOTICE that includes the background screening and health screening requirements.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE:ASSISTANT TEACHER I-II, HSPROGRAM/DEPARTMENT:
HEAD START CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
REPORTS TO:
SITE SUPERVISOR OR LEAD TEACHER, AS ASSIGNEDSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
NOFLSA/IWC STATUS:
NON-EXEMPT
WC CODE:
9059
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists Lead Teacher in planning and implementing the Head Start curriculum. Assists the Lead Teacher in supporting children’s school readiness, care of a group of preschoolers, and communication with their families.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the health and safety of children enrolled at the site while under HSCDP care.
- Participate in regular reflective supervision sessions and self-assessment to promote ongoing professional development. **
- Work directly with children on daily classroom activities which meet the Head Start Performance Standards and the State guidelines.
- Participate in the curriculum planning meetings and assists with implementation of the curriculum plans.
- Assist the Lead Teacher with the children’s DRDP assessment by collecting data (child’s observations) as assigned.
- Organize the program materials and environment needed for classroom activities.
- Assist the Lead Teacher in some record keeping and reporting duties of the education component.
- Work as a team member with other teaching staff in planning and implementing classroom activities.
- Provide individual assistance to assigned children in the classroom.
- Facilitate individual and/or small group activities for children with guidance from the Lead Teacher.
- Assist in providing childcare for parent activities when needed.
- Inform Supervisor of all concerns, observations or information provided by a parent or guardian, in a timely manner.
- Participate in the daily cleaning of the classroom including for example, sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming rugs and sanitizing bathrooms
- Attend scheduled meetings, trainings, and conferences as necessary.
- Responsible for generating, collecting and documenting Non-Federal Share Match. **
- For bilingual employees, performs all job duties utilizing dual language ability as necessary to provide optimum support and services for clients and staff.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
When hired with specific duties and responsibilities:
- Language Resources Support: Provide oral and written translation and communication support for non-English speaking families in their native language.
- Integration Support: Provide on-going support to integrate children with special needs in the classroom.
** Does not apply to Substitutes.
ESSENTIAL WORK HABITS
- Align work behaviors in conformance with Head Start STRONG Culture and NCOs Purpose, Vision and Values.
- Report to work on time and obtain approval from supervisor for any changes in work schedule or absences.
- Maintain a strict commitment to confidentiality, in accordance with Agency and project policies and procedures.
- Follow the NCO Injury Illness and Prevention Plan, as well as all Agency and program safety protocols, procedures, and policies.
- Maintain focus on the assigned tasks.
- Take pride in creating a positive, efficient work environment.
- Treat co-workers and clients with respect.
- Represent NCO and its programs to the community in a positive light.
- Dress appropriately according to assigned job duties and responsibilities.
- Adapt constructively to change.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, Experience:
- The following education and/or experience criteria are required to qualify for the designated level:
- Level I - Must complete 3 core units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CDV) within 12 months of being hired.
- Level II- 6 Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CDV) core units required.
- (Core courses include child/human growth & development; child/family/community or child and family relations; programs/curriculum.)
- A High School Diploma or equivalent/comparable certificate.
- A minimum of 15 hours of Child Health and Safety training and maintain a current Infant and Child CPR First Aid certification or complete these requirements within 3 months of being hired (Level I - preferred. Level II required).
- 6 months early childhood classroom experience preferred. (Level-II)
- Prior experience working with children with special needs is preferred but not required.
- Organizational and time management skills are preferred.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of Early Childhood Education/Child Development preferred.
- Computer and internet use as relates to the duties of the position; prior use of Microsoft Office 365 preferred.
- Head Start Performance Standards preferred.
Ability to:
- Communicate clearly and appropriately both verbally and in writing in English (required); bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred and may be required.
- Participate in the curriculum planning meetings and implementation of the curriculum plans.
- Take over for Associate Teacher when necessary (Assistant II).
- Work effectively and professionally with parents and other adults as well as with children from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.
- Work effectively as part of a team but have the ability to work independently.
- Maintain confidential information, documentation, and handle sensitive situations appropriately.
- Work flexible hours for scheduled weekend or evening activities as needed.
- Developed organizational and time management skills are preferred.
- Be flexible and able to meet the changing needs of the program.
Necessary Special Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- For work related driving, employee must have: a current, valid California driver’s license; a driving record that demonstrates the employee is a safe, appropriate driver as verified by a DMV printout; and, proof of personal automobile insurance; or reliable transportation with proof of automobile insurance.
- Employment is contingent on completion of a pre-employment health screening, and meeting TB test and regulatory immunization and vaccination requirements related to work in a Head Start Program and a licensed child care facility.
- Employment is contingent on receipt by program of a Criminal Record Clearance confirming eligibility to work in a licensed childcare facility.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, listen, and communicate clearly.
- The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, use manual and automatic office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is frequently required to stand; bend; reach down and stretch overhead; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds unassisted and may occasionally move and lift heavier materials with assistance using ergonomic guidelines.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The ability to travel during the day and/or night, sometimes long distance – possession of a valid California Driver’s License and access to an insured vehicle is required.
- Interaction and contact with outside agencies, vendors, funders, volunteers, donors and contributors is an occasional aspect of this job.
- Employee will regularly use computers and computer printers, telephones and other similar electronic office equipment.
- The employee may occasionally use kitchen equipment and implements that can be heavy, hot or sharp; as well cleaning and sanitizing products.
- The environment can be noisy and includes the comings and goings of small children and their families.
Note: This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the core essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or California FEHA. Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.