HEAD START TEACHER ASSISTANT

CEN-TEX FAMILY SERVICES INC -
Eagle Lake, TX

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Job Details

$14.46 - $16.48 an hour

Qualifications

School experience
English
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Teaching experience with young children

Full Job Description

Job Summary

The Head Start Teacher Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, fostering a safe and engaging learning environment, and promoting positive relationships with children, families, and staff. This position assists with lesson delivery, classroom management, and daily routines to ensure quality early childhood education services.

Competency Area

Responsibilities

Key Behaviors

Instructional Support

Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing daily activities.
Support small-group and individual instruction.
Help prepare learning materials and classroom displays.

Follow lesson plans and directions from the Lead Teacher.
Engage children in meaningful and developmentally appropriate activities.
Encourage exploration and problem-solving

Child Supervision & Safety

Supervise children during classroom, outdoor, and transition times.
Adhere to Head Start safety protocols and child–staff ratios.
Report accidents, incidents, and safety concerns promptly.

Maintain visual and auditory supervision at all times.
Conduct regular safety checks of the environment.
Respond quickly to prevent and address unsafe situations

Family Engagement & Communication

Greet families and assist with daily child drop-off and pick-up.
Share positive updates about children’s progress.
Support family involvement activities.

Communicate respectfully and professionally with families.
Maintain confidentiality.

Professionalism & Continuous Improvement

Attend training and professional development sessions.
Comply with Head Start policies and regulations.
Demonstrate reliability and punctuality

Evidence of skill growth and development
Apply knowledge from training to daily work.
Exhibit professionalism in all interactions

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; CDA or coursework in early childhood education preferred.
Experience working with young children in a classroom or childcare setting.
Ability to adapt to varied roles and responsibilities
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written

Licenses/Certifications

Current CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
Valid Texas Driver License
Obtain a preschool CDA within agency required time.
Background clearance as required by state and federal regulations.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Classrooms, playgrounds, kitchen, and other Head Start facilities.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds,
Frequent bending, standing, sitting on the floor, and active movement
Exposure to common childhood illness
Performs other duties as assigned

Performance Indicators

Performance reviews reflect adherence to standards
Compliance with all Head Start standards and state licensing
Staff report satisfaction with communication and coordination
Apply feedback to improve performance to reflect effective assistance.
Demonstrate reliability and punctuality
Perform other duties as assigned by the Center Director and/or management team member

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