Day Head Start Teacher Assistant, Rm #2

CONCHO VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

HEAD START

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or will to obtain a CDA
• Experience working with preschool children (preferred not required)
• Must be able to pass background check

The position of Head Start Teacher Assistant is responsible for working as a team with the Head Start Teacher in developing activities for children to provide them with varied experiences and an appropriate learning environment. This position may work with children with disabilities. Teacher Assistant is also responsible for supervision of children and will share in the development and implementation of lesson plans. Teacher Assistant will also act as a teacher in the absence of the Teacher by learning all aspects and functions of a Head Start Classroom, such as completing all assigned paperwork and reports. The Teacher Assistant may be assigned addition duties based upon program needs and areas of developing expertise. This position works along with the Teacher to attain the goals of the Head Start Program.

Full-Time Position

Hourly: $11.28 to $13.82 – pay dependent on experience