Head Start Assistant Teacher- Taylor County
Community Collaborative Classroom (CCC) Assistant Teacher or Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting in implementation of service areas as outlined in the Program Policies and Prodcedures under the guidance of the Teacher.
A minimum of High School Diploma or GED/TASC (Testing Assessing Secondary Completion) and;
· possess or currently enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA credential to be completed within two (2) years; or
· possess or currently enrolled in the West Virginia Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist (ACDS) to be completed within two (2) years; or
· possess or currently enrolled in WV Learns Early Childhood Online Learning Series to be completed within two (2) years; or
· Possess or currently enrolled in a program leading to an Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree within two (2) years from an accredited college/university:
· Associate Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, Occupational Development with emphasis in Child Development or Early Childhood; or
· Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood, Preschool, Child Development and Family Studies, Early Childhood Special Education, or an Early Education Field; and
· A minimum of one (1) year teaching experience preferred.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, drive an automobile, talk, and hear. The employee must be able to occasionally lift, carry, or assist children weighing up to 50 pounds.
An agreement must be signed to complete one of the above credentials within 2 years.
Work hours as assigned by Children Services Supervisor; occasional evening/weekend hours and overnight travel as required. Valid driver\'s license; vehicle with adequate insurance coverage for on-the-job use; safe driving record; State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal History Check; Sex Offender Registry Check; Protective Services Record Check; initial Health Assessment and required updates; TB Risk Assessment or TB screening by Mantoux method; CPR/FA Card; food handler’s card. Complete application for Career Pathway Registry (WVSTARS).
Ability to follow directions and carry out assigned duties without direct supervision; experience with preschool children; understanding of and ability to relate to three- and four-year olds and their parents.
General skills necessary to perform your job functions: mathematical, spelling, grammar, organizational, communication skills, record keeping, and computer skills. Project a positive image of the Head Start/Early Head Start Program; function well within varying socio-economic groups; establishes a good rapport with clients and all staff; is flexible in adjusting plans to changes and emergencies; keep supervisor and appropriate staff informed of workload and developments; submit reports as required; attend, facilitate, and participate in meetings, trainings, and conferences relating to job function; maintain professional and ethical behavior at all times; adhere to all safety, conduct rules/regulations, policies, local, state, and federal mandates; complies with all HS Performance Standards and Head Start Act; adhere to NCWVCAA Employee Guidelines; demonstrate the ability to cooperate, work and communicate with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, and/or outside contacts.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short, Long-Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account 403b Retirement, Life Insurance,
Holidays/Sick/Personal/Annual (if applicable) and Paid Educational Leave.
NCWVCAA employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Jaime Wright
Head Start & Early Head Start
Children Services Supervisor- Taylor County
20 East Main St.
Grafton, WV 26354
Office: 304-265-3200
Email: jwright@ncwvcaa.org
