Head Start Assistant Teacher

• Location 206 W 3rd St,Brandon, MN, 56315,United States
• Base Pay $18.11 / Hour
• Employee Type PT - Seasonal

Contact information

• Name Danie
• Phone

• Assist and support the Family Education Specialist in lesson planning and implementation and assist the family in its own efforts to improve the condition and quality of family life.
• Will act as Family Education Specialist in absence/partnership with the Family Education Specialist.

• Adhere to Agency and Department policies and procedures.
• Act as a role model within and outside the Agency.
• Provide friendly, responsive service to the public, community organizations, and to those we serve.
• With a respectful and positive attitude, work with low-income individuals and families with diverse backgrounds.
• Support, develop, and maintain productive relationships required to carry out job activities.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management.
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of all records and interpersonal interactions.
• Serve as an advocate.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with community partners, co-workers, and volunteers.
• Participate in Agency-wide and program events.
• Communicate with Human Resources (HR) on topics/policies that you may need training on/have questions about.
• Keep KPay updated with any personal information changes such as name, address, phone number, etc.
• Check email daily and promptly respond to messages.
• Enter hours and work codes on your time sheet at the end of each day worked.

Minimum

• Must be 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalency with the expectation to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) within 2 years of hire
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• Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or AA in Early Childhood Education.
• Meet minimum standards per Head Start Program Performance Standards and Minnesota Certified Exempt Licensing.
• Interest and experience in working with young children.
• Ability to exercise patience and understanding when working with children.
• Ability to follow instructions, demonstrate good oral communication skills.
• Meet physical abilities: must be able to lift 50 lbs.; and daily kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children’s needs.
• Proof of valid driver’s license and current/adequate vehicle insurance coverage.

Preferred

• General knowledge of the Head Start program.
• Demonstrate an understanding of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and working with children with disabilities.
• Experience of working on a team and taking direction from a supervisor.

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• Welcome and support families in their participation of Head Start.
• Act as Family Education Specialist in absence of or in partnership with the Family Education Specialist.
• Work directly with children in context of the program plan and curriculum.
  • Assist with daily arrival and departure of children.
  • Engage children in conversation and family style meals during mealtimes.
  • Participate in play activities.
• As a member of a center team, participate in center lesson planning and carry out plans and center operations as instructed by your supervisor.
• Observe and record children’s behavior and development to make recommendations on meeting children’s individual needs at Team meetings. Enter weekly observations into Teaching Strategies Gold for assessment purposes.
• Ensure safety of Head Start children by implementing Active Supervision, reporting injuries/illnesses/incidents (by completing a report in Child Plus if instructed), and reporting child abuse and neglect.
• Assist with the preparation of indoor and outdoor space for planned activities including supplies and materials ensuring the maintenance of a safe and healthy environment.
  • Inspect, clean, and monitor…