Assistant Teacher

Job Title
:
Assistant Teacher (Head Start)

Location
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Easter Seals, Selma-Dallas County

Benefits
:
Yes

Ready, set, GO! That's the kind of energy our client is hoping you will bring as an Assistant Teacher at the Head Start Center! This role is an opportunity to help open the minds and hearts of students aged 3-5, all of whom are residents of the Black Belt region. Apply today!

• Assist in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Support the creation and maintenance of a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Help prepare and organize instructional materials and resources
• Collaborate to develop and plan weekly lesson plans, contributing activity ideas
• Ensure lesson plans align with Head Start Performance Standards and curriculum requirements
• Engage with children during activities, providing guidance and support
• Monitor and support children's development, behavior, and learning progress
• Assist with supervising children during classroom activities, meals, and outdoor play
• Facilitate family-style dining experiences, promoting healthy eating habits and table manners
• Engage in conversations with children during meals to enhance social and language development
• Build positive, supportive relationships with families
• Assist in conducting home visits and parent-teacher conferences as needed
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress and development
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of children's attendance, activities, and developmental progress
• Assist in the preparation and completion of required documentation and reports
• Support compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards and regulations
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to team meetings and planning sessions
• Stay informed about best practices in early childhood education and Head Start requirements

• Understanding of child development and early childhood education principles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Organizational and time management skills
• Basic proficiency in using technology for educational and administrative purposes

• High school diploma or GED required
• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or willingness to obtain one within a specified timeframe preferred
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling
• Ability to engage in activities that require physical movement and interaction with children

• Associate's degree in early childhood education or a related field preferred
• Experience working with young children in an early childhood education setting preferred
• Experience with Head Start or similar programs is a plus

If you're excited about making a difference in the lives of young children and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!