Assistant Teacher (Head Start) at Foundation for Early Childhood Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Summary of Duties: A staff person who assists teaching staff of a Head Start and/or State Preschool Child Development Center and facilitates activities for children designed to promote their social, physical, and intellectual growth. Assists in the planning of individual and group activities to stimulate learning, according to the ages of children and according to the guidelines of the Creative Curriculum. This position is situated in the Educational Service component of a Head Start and/or State Preschool program.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: -A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher. -Preferred but not required- Associates Degree or enrolled in a program from an accredited four-year college in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. (Minimum of 24 ECE accredited units) Experience: -Completion of training on curriculum, instruction, teaching practices, CLASS, and DRDP must be completed within six months of hire -DA/ECEP may hire an individual with 6 ECE units if the individual enrolls in one of LACOE’s Career Development Initiative Pathways. Licenses/Permits/Certifications: - A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Prior to hire, the following must be assured: -Eligibility to Work: All potential employees will be asked to present supporting documents establishing proof of identity and employment eligibility upon completing the I-9 Form. -Medical Examination: Must submit a medical examination demonstrating capability to perform type of work required; must submit a tuberculin skin test or chest x-ray. Proof of the following immunizations: Influenza, Pertussis TDAP (Whooping Cough), Measles (MMR), and COVID-19 vaccination series. -Fingerprint Clearances: All potential employees will be subject to obtain fingerprint clearances from the Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Child Abuse Index (CACI), prior to starting work. -Other Special Requirement: Must have the use of an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a valid California’s Driver’s License or have reliable transportation.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: -A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher. -Preferred but not required- Associates Degree or enrolled in a program from an accredited four-year college in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. (Minimum of 24 ECE accredited units) Experience: -Completion of training on curriculum, instruction, teaching practices, CLASS, and DRDP must be completed within six months of hire -DA/ECEP may hire an individual with 6 ECE units if the individual enrolls in one of LACOE’s Career Development Initiative Pathways. Licenses/Permits/Certifications: - A valid California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Prior to hire, the following must be assured: -Eligibility to Work: All potential employees will be asked to present supporting documents establishing proof of identity and employment eligibility upon completing the I-9 Form. -Medical Examination: Must submit a medical examination demonstrating capability to perform type of work required; must submit a tuberculin skin test or chest x-ray. Proof of the following immunizations: Influenza, Pertussis TDAP (Whooping Cough), Measles (MMR), and COVID-19 vaccination series. -Fingerprint Clearances: All potential employees will be subject to obtain fingerprint clearances from the Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Child Abuse Index (CACI), prior to starting work. -Other Special Requirement: Must have the use of an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a valid California’s Driver’s License or have reliable transportation.
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applicants must complete Foundation for Early Childhood Education employment application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application materials. Interested individuals may download an employment application online at www.foundationheadstart.org
Interested candidates must forward the following documentation packet to the main office – enclosed Human Resources Department or submit via email: applications@foundationheadstart.org
1. Employment Application – with original signature
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Copy(ies) of Degrees
5. Copy(ies) of Transcripts
6. Letters of Recommendation
7. And any other pertinent documentation as deemed necessary
Internal Candidates must submit the following documents:
-Employment Application- with original signature
-Cover Letter
-Resume
- And any other pertinent documentation as deemed necessary
Please Note: Application and all required documents can be mailed, or submitted electronically to applications@foundationheadstart.org by the due date listed in this job posting.
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applicants must complete Foundation for Early Childhood Education employment application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application materials. Interested individuals may download an employment application online at www.foundationheadstart.org
Interested candidates must forward the following documentation packet to the main office – enclosed Human Resources Department or submit via email: applications@foundationheadstart.org
1. Employment Application – with original signature
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Copy(ies) of Degrees
5. Copy(ies) of Transcripts
6. Letters of Recommendation
7. And any other pertinent documentation as deemed necessary
Internal Candidates must submit the following documents:
-Employment Application- with original signature
-Cover Letter
-Resume
- And any other pertinent documentation as deemed necessary
Please Note: Application and all required documents can be mailed, or submitted electronically to applications@foundationheadstart.org by the due date listed in this job posting.