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Assistant Teacher
Corpus Christi
Assistant Teacher
Full Time • Corpus Christi
PROGRAM: Birth-to-Five Head Start Program
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Non-exempt
DEPARTMENT: Education
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Regular, Full-time
REPORTS TO: Site Base Manager
WORKING HOURS: Monday - Friday
SUPERVISES: None
LOCATION: To be determined based on need of program.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Non-exempt
DEPARTMENT: Education
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Regular, Full-time
REPORTS TO: Site Base Manager
WORKING HOURS: Monday - Friday
SUPERVISES: None
LOCATION: To be determined based on need of program.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This position requires helping children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a stable learning environment through a daily curriculum plan. Working hours for the full day program are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This position requires helping children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a stable learning environment through a daily curriculum plan. Working hours for the full day program are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Maintains open lines of communications with immediate supervisor, parents, and all Head Start Staff.
- Assists teacher in having classroom materials ready at all times.
- Assists teachers in writing/implementing daily lesson plans inside/outside the classrooms.
- Assists teacher in documenting children's files daily on class attendance, nutrition monitoring, health monitoring, etc.
- Reports to teacher his/her observations on individual children and reinforces classroom and environmental safety.
- Assumes role of teacher when teacher is out.
- Involves parents in educational activities to enhance their role as the principal influence on the child's education and development.
- Provides materials appropriate to the child's age and level of development.
- Assists children through regular periods of physical activity using materials and experiences designed to develop muscles, eye-hand coordination, body awareness, and rhythm & movement.
- Serves the cultural relevant background of the children using classroom materials, activities and related languages.
- Helps Teacher coordinate/schedule center field trips when requested related to curriculum unit and supervises children on/off the bus.
- Is required to abide by all rules and regulations as outlined in the Head Start Education Program Manual.
- Assists Teacher in completing all developmental screening.
- Assists Teacher and Family Advocate in maintaining child's daily attendance.
- Promotes a high self-esteem, is a good role model, and follows agency's behavior management system and code of ethics.
- Assists teacher with morning inspections--keeping children clean and well groomed, serving meals and snacks, preparing for rest time, and assists with toilet training.
- Participates in Annual Community Assessment.
- Participates in Pre-Service training once a year and on-going in-service training as required by the program.
- Informs teacher of needed supplies for ordering and inspects storage for safety compliance.
- Assists Teacher in completing monthly thematic bulletin boards in the classrooms.
- Answers telephones and relays messages.
- Works at Head Start Graduation Ceremonies and various social events.
- Attends cluster meetings and training workshops.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Requires High School diploma or GED
- Must successfully complete and maintain the following permits, and certifications:
- a) Food Handlers Permit (must state ANSI in the certificate); will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
- www.efoodcard.com (not endorsed by NCCAA, but meet the requirements)
- b) First Aid certification; will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
- c) CPR Infant/Toddler certification; will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
- CPR/First Aid must be for Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED (coastalbendcpr.org)
- a) Food Handlers Permit (must state ANSI in the certificate); will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
- Bilingual ability in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
Please upload the following documents, along with your resume:1- College transcripts (you will need to have an unopened official copy prior to onboarding) 2- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) 3- Food Handlers (ANSI certified) permit 4- First Aid/CPR Certification for Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Demonstrates ability to read and write, keeps routine records, follows written and oral instructions, and files alphabetically and numerically.
- Makes judgments or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria--relies on one or more of the five physical senses.
- Deals with people beyond giving and receiving instructions--is courteous, cooperative, conscientious, and tactful in dealing with employees and the general public.
- Performs job duties in a precise, thorough, and meticulous manner.
- Possesses sensitivity towards families living below the socioeconomic level.
- Able to handle various projects at the same time in an effective manner.
- Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Dresses in appropriate attire with neat personal appearance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires 24 clock hours of training each year to meet TDPRS requirements.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, physical and functional capacity evaluation prior to first day of employment
- Must successfully pass and submit a pre-employment TB test and periodically as indicated by the regional Texas Department of State Health Services or local health authority.
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver's license (Operators-Class C) and driving record must be approved by insurance company on an annual basis.
- Must have transportation and current liability coverage on vehicle to be used in the performance of job duties. Some out of town travel may be required.
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Proof of work eligibility must be provided.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Normal physical activity includes frequent sitting, standing and walking in a usual workday.
- Requires occasional twisting at desk when answering phone or typing at computer.
- Requires retrieving files by pulling and pushing filing cabinet drawers with occasional bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and reaching above shoulder level.
- Requires occasional lifting and carrying of boxes of supplies less than 20 lbs.
- Requires use of the five senses (hearing, seeing, touching, smelling, and tasting) to perform various job duties and in dealing with staff, clients, and outside.
- Requires employee to use hands, arms, feet, legs, neck and head while performing Agency tasks.
- Requires employee to occasionally crawl and twist in performing duties.
- Requires frequent speaking and listening abilities with staff, co-workers, parents, supervisor and volunteers. Must be able to hear a child cry out when in pain, injured, or ill.
Compensation: $12.00 - $17.50 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nueces County Community Action Agency changes peoples lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
The Nueces County Community Action Agency is a non-profit organization serving residents in our community in an effort to reduce or eliminate poverty through a comprehensive approach. We focus on multiple needs through a wide-range approach. We are fortunate to have partnerships with many community organizations, businesses and school districts.
Our Agency prides itself by operating under the direction of a tripartite board which includes representatives of public officials, representatives of organizations and representatives of the low-income community. We include our Policy Council members, which are comprised of parents of the Birth-to-Five Head Start program, to be a part of the Agency’s decision making process.
The Board of Directors, Policy Council Members, staff and community partners strive to eliminate the causes of poverty and to help each family transition out of poverty. It is our goal to serve family, community and agency by adhering to our mission. To that end, we will be relentless in our efforts to fulfill the “Promise of Community Action!”
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Leave & Holidays
As an employee of NCCAA, you will receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year. In addition, you will accumulate personal and sick leave monthly.
Health Coverage
Employees of NCCAA are eligible to participate in the agency’s medical plan. All employees must enroll in the plan or waive coverage. Coverage takes Additionally, there is an annual Open Enrollment period every November for coverage effective the following January 1.
Dental/Vision Care
Employees have the option to elect dental and/or vision coverage for themselves and dependents at competitive rates and coverage levels.
Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
NCCAA offers its employees a life policy for $10,000. Additional coverage may be elected during the first ninety (90) days of employment.
Cafeteria Plan
The Revenue act of 1978 created Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code that allows employees to pay for fringe benefits with untaxed dollars, such as medical, life, cancer, and disability insurance.
Retirement/Pension Plan
The Agency provides an employee retirement pension plan at no cost to the employee. An employee is eligible for the plan the month preceding their first year of employment.
NCCAA also offers its employees discounted services and rates to the following:
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