Head Start Teacher Assistant

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

SUMMARY

The Head Start Teacher Assistant is responsible for supporting a positive high-quality early learning environment for school readiness and demonstrating competency in the provision of responsive caregiving effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions planning and implementation of learning experiences curriculum fidelity and the use of ongoing assessments that capture childrens progress in alignment with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework : Ages Birth to Five and the Texas PreK guidelines inclusively for children with disabilities and dual language learners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively supervise and ensure the health well-being and safety of children.

Implement age-appropriate preschool lesson plans effectively implement curriculum components with fidelity and inclusively scaffold instructional support to meet childrens individual needs.

Ensure classroom activities and interactions (including transitions) are age and developmentally appropriate and aligned with the Head Start Standards.

Articulate and demonstrate sound early childhood principles and effective teaching practices for preschoolers.

Effectively communicate and partner with children families and staff to implement school readiness strategies.

Implement positive decision-making strategies that affect the operation care and education of children within the classroom demonstrating professionalism and leadership in appearance and demeanor.

Facilitate family engagement experiences two home visits / parent conferences per year.

Coordinate other classroom staff and classroom volunteers in the daily routine.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

At a minimum a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed with two years of the time of hire.

Must be at least 18 years or older

Previous ECE classroom teacher experience in a state licensed childcare center

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES

Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills & be able to interact professionally with adults.

Have a working knowledge of human behavior and early childhood education. Ability to incorporate creativity within classroom learning experiences.

Computer proficiency required. Enjoy daily contact with children.

Must pass a pre-employment and / or periodic physical examination TB skin test and a complete background check every 24 months.

Ability to communicate a basic understanding of child development Center for Transforming Lives policies and procedures and regulatory requirements (including but not exclusively Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers and Head Start Program Performance Standards).

Compensation : $19.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Center for Transforming Lives partners with single mothers and their children so they can thrive. Founded in 1907 Center for Transforming Lives is one of Tarrant Countys biggest family safety nets working to disrupt cycles of poverty and homelessness among the most vulnerable in our community. The non-profit meets the needs of 3000 women and children annually through a comprehensive and evidence-based two-generation and trauma-informed model. Thanks to housing support early childhood education economic mobility services and counseling services that work across generations parents and children establish security and well-being as a family. Led by CEO Carol Klocek since 2009 the $20 million non-profit opened its new Riverside Campus headquarters in May.

Center for Transforming Lives is the only homeless services provider in Tarrant County and one of seven early childhood education centers to achieve National Accreditation recognized for the highest standards of care in the nation.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1