On Call - Head Start Teacher Aide

Location: King Cove

ALEUTIAN PRIBILOF ISLANDS ASSOCIATION, INC.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Position:
Head Start On Call Teacher Aide

Location:

King Cove, Alaska

Reports to:

Head Start Lead Teacher

Work Schedule:

On Call

Salary: DOE

Duties:
Perform the duties of the Head Start Teacher Aide, including: assist APIA Head Start Teacher as requested to implement daily lesson plans; preparation and clean up of activities, special projects, etc.; teach children appropriate health, dental, and other lessons as directed by the Lead Teacher; provide opportunities for children to develop self-mastery skills; provide safe environment for children by supervising them at all times, indoors and out;

and use of appropriate discipline / guidance techniques, including redirection, acknowledgment of appropriate behavior, and setting reasonable limits. Maintain paperwork and files, conduct home visit/parent/teacher conferences.

Qualifications:

At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma/ GED; one year of experience working with groups of children as a child care provider in home/ center and/or volunteering in a Head Start program is preferred; physically/ mentally able to work with young children and their families; and the willingness to be trained in the field of early childhood development and to engage in appropriate topical reading and individual work.

Willing to achieve a Child Development Associate (CDA) preschool teaching credential within 1 year of hire.

Requirements:

Upon date of hire, must provide documentation of current TB test and Hepatitis screening/vaccination status; pre-employment physical examination; criminal history background clearance and be willing to obtain a CPR and First Aid Certification.

Send application

and/or resume to:
Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association, Inc.

Head Start Program

1131

E. International Airport Rd. Anchorage, AK

Fax:

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Position is open until filled. Relocation and housing not included.

Native preference will be given, depending on experience.

Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employ