Early Head Start Teacher Assistant - Jackson County
Company: Southern Oregon Head Start
Location: Medford
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
EARLY HEAD START TEACHER ASSISTANTHiring for 2 School
YearFull-Time, Excellent Benefits and Paid Time OffStarting Wage:
$16.50 - $18.50 per hour, based on EducationBilingual Starting
Wage: $17.33 - $19.43 per hour, based on EducationPURPOSE:The Early
Head Start (EHS) Teacher Assistant assists the Specialist I/EHS
Teacher in providing for the care, safety and well-being of the
children within the center-based services; supporting early
learning experiences and curriculum in the classroom; assisting
specialists/teachers with child assessment documentation. The EHS
Teacher Assistant is responsible for meeting the Head Start
performance standards and following the Agency policies and
procedures.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: I. CHILD EDUCATION SERVICES -
CENTERA. Provide nurturing, responsive care to children according
to the EHS Education policies and procedures.B. Ensure child safety
and supervision at all times according to the child supervision
procedures.C. Participate in curriculum planning and implementation
under the leadership of the Specialist I/EHS Teacher.D. Support the
classroom daily schedule and individualized plans to support
children s success, including children with disabilities and
challenging behaviors;E. Document child observations and daily care
provided.F. Implement strategies to support positive child guidance
as assigned.G. Provide diapering, hand washing, and all other
health and safety routines in accordance with policies and
procedures.H. Welcome and support parents and create respectful
partnerships with all families.I. Actively participate in classroom
debriefs and training opportunities to increase skills and
knowledge in working with young children.J. Report suspected cases
of child abuse and neglect in accordance with state laws and Agency
policy.K. Participate in cleaning and organizing of classrooms,
outdoor environment and center on a daily basis.L. Substitute for
EHS Teachers/Specialists as determined by Site Manager. II. STAFF
DEVELOPMENT AND TRAININGA. Engage in training opportunities and
meet all agency training requirements in a timely manner.B.
Participate in the development of a Professional Development Plan
and meet established goals.C. Engage in coaching, teacher learning
communities and/or professional learning communities as assigned.D.
Communicate professionally in all contact regarding Early Head
Start. III. INTERACTION WITH CHILDREN, PARENTS, AND CO-WORKERSA.
Must relate in a positive way, both verbally and physically, to
children, parents, and co-workers.B. Must provide a nurturing
environment, using appropriate verbal and physical interaction.C.
Must be sensitive to the needs of children, parents, and
co-workers.D. Must demonstrate/use quick, safe reactions and
responses in dealing with children or situations that involve
children. IV. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETYA. Maintain a safe and
pleasant work environment.B. Follow safety regulations, policies,
and procedures.C. Actively contribute towards promoting a safe
workplace and environment. V. OTHER DUTIESMay be assigned other
related duties as appropriate and within the scope of general
responsibilities for this position. However, this job description
in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that may
need to be performed by the employee fulfilling this position. This
job description describes the general nature and level of work, but
is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities
and duties which may be required.REQUIRED JOB
SPECIFICATIONS:Education: High school diploma or equivalent
required; andChild Development Associate (CDA) credential
requiredORStep 8 in Oregon Registry Pathways required.Experience:
Minimum of six months of experience in an early childhood setting,
or program working with pregnant women, or parents of infants and
toddlers preferred.Certification/Accreditation : Enrollment in
Oregon Registry required; Certified TS Gold Interrater Reliable
required; Current CPR/First Aide (Adult and Pediatric) and Food
Handler Certification required (may be obtain at Head Start after
hire).Essential Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication
skills; high proficiency in the use of computer software programs
and data bases; strong leadership and effective group facilitation
skills; ability to apply sound understanding of infant/toddler
growth and development to parent/child activities; ability to
promote the growth and development of adults as parents; ability to
work with parents and their children warmly, calmly, respectfully
and in an encouraging and unhurried manner; ability to oversee both
small and large groups of parents and children; possess a general
knowledge of child nutrition, health, safety and special needs and
a general knowledge of community resources for families.Bilingual
EHS Teacher Assistant must possess sufficient language proficiency
to facilitate interpretation and/or translation of written data in
all forms and ability to provide accurate information to the public
requiring bilingual assistance; must demonstrate understanding of
inclusion of the Hispanic culture, language, values and practices
in all services provided.Essential Mental Abilities: High
initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team;
able to prioritize, resolution oriented; facilitate and/or manage
multiple activities; Inform, explain, and exercise sound judgment;
demonstrate flexibility, openness to change, and an understanding
and acceptance of staff, child and family diversity; ability to
remain alert and productive for extended periods of time; maintain
confidentiality standards.Essential Physical Requirements: Ability
to frequently lift/carry up to 40 lbs. a distance of 10 feet; run
50 feet in 6 seconds; sufficient mobility and range of motion to
perform intermittent standing, walking, balancing, stooping,
bending, crouching, crawling, sitting on the floor, reaching,
squatting or kneeling, twisting and ascend/descend steps; sit for
long periods of time; frequently react quickly to the physical
actions of children; operate a motor vehicle; sufficient vision,
hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform job
duties.Exposure to Hazards: Repetitive motion tasks, sitting for
long periods of time; unpredictable child and family behavior;
hazardous chemicals; contagious conditions; work with personal
computer and other office equipment; driving and riding in motor
vehicles.Working Conditions: R iding in motor vehicles;
unpredictable child/client behaviors; work with personal computer
and other office equipment; possible exposure to contagious
conditions.EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENT UPON:Pre-employment health
screening as required by Agency and position (may include, but is
not limited to: drug screening, occupational health screening
and/or functional testing)Central Background Registry
enrollmentREPORTS TO: Site Manager
Keywords: Southern Oregon Head Start, Medford , Early Head Start Teacher Assistant - Jackson County, Education / Teaching , Medford, Oregon
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