Jay Head Start Assistant Teacher

TITLE OF POSITION: Assistant Teacher

GENERAL SUMMARY OF WHAT THE POSITION DOES:

This position works as a part of a teaching team to work as a partner with the teacher/lead teacher in developing activities for preschool (Head Start) children to provide them with varied experiences and an appropriate learning environment. Works with typically developing children and children with disabilities. Assistance is given to the teacher in carrying out the goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards. This position works with families to promote parent involvement in the program. This position may be assigned additional duties based upon program need and areas of developing expertise. This position works along with the teacher/lead teacher to attain the goals of the program. The position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum requirement is high school diploma or G.E.D plus some experience working with preschool children. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is preferred.