Early Head Start Teacher Aide at Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services, Inc.
Job Summary
Job Summary
PROGRAM SUMMARY Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services, Inc. (Plaza) is a comprehensive early childhood education program with a focus on school readiness for children zero to five years of age. Developmentally appropriate services are provided for children from low-income families, zero to five years of age. Plaza de la Raza currently serves over 700 children and their families. SUMMARY OF DUTIES The EHS Teacher Aide is under general direction and supervision by the Education Coordinator or Site Supervisor, if one is assigned to the site/center. The EHS Teacher Aide, assists classroom teaching staff in planning, facilitating, and implementing individual and group activities, completing basic records, and sharing information with Site Supervisor/Education Coordinator regarding student progress in planned activities. This position assists with instructing children in activities designed to promote their social/emotional, physical, and cognitive growth and development. The EHS Teacher Aide will also be involved in the planning of individual and group activities to stimulate learning according to the ages of the children.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
A. Education A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher. Individuals not possessing an associate degree may be hired with a high school diploma but must complete the following training: infant/toddler development, primary care, individualized care, safe and healthy caregiver routines, and curriculum. Early Head Start training must be completed prior to commencement of duties. Must have six units in infant/toddler units and have a current and valid CPR/First Aide certification for infants and children. B. Experience Six months of experience as a student intern, tutor, or instructional aide working with an education setting with infants/toddlers is desirable.
A. Education A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher. Individuals not possessing an associate degree may be hired with a high school diploma but must complete the following training: infant/toddler development, primary care, individualized care, safe and healthy caregiver routines, and curriculum. Early Head Start training must be completed prior to commencement of duties. Must have six units in infant/toddler units and have a current and valid CPR/First Aide certification for infants and children. B. Experience Six months of experience as a student intern, tutor, or instructional aide working with an education setting with infants/toddlers is desirable.
Comments and Other Information
For complete details and requirements for the Early Head Start Teacher Aide position, please visit www.plazadelarazacds.org in the Career section. Note, Only complete employment application packets will be considered for the screening and interview process.
Comments and Other Information
For complete details and requirements for the Early Head Start Teacher Aide position, please visit www.plazadelarazacds.org in the Career section. Note, Only complete employment application packets will be considered for the screening and interview process.