Head Start Associate Teacher

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Occupation:

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Location:

Sacramento, CA - 95815

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

12/22/2025 Positions available: 1

Source:

CalJOBS

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Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

12/23/2025

Expires:

12/31/2026 Job #: 19832562 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education 1 Year at College or a Technical or Vocational School Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

HEAD START ASSOCIATE TEACHER

(TIER

I, III, AND IV

) The

SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AGENCY

(SETA), a joint powers agency of the City and County of Sacramento, was formed in 1978. From its inception SETA has been an effective force in connecting people to jobs, business owners to quality employees, education and nutrition to children, assistance to refugees, and hope to many Sacramento area residents. For additional information please visit us at www.seta.net. We are looking to fill multiple Associate Teacher positions. These are specialized classifications for positions assigned to provide a variety of educational activities at a program sites for children from birth to 6 years of age for the Head Start Program operated by the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency. Responsibilities include educational activity planning, teaching, and promotion of parent involvement in site activities.

Program Summary:

The SETA Head Start mission is to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition and mental health.

Position Summary:

ASSOCIATE TEACHER TIERS I, III, AND IV

Under general supervision, an Associate Teacher conducts school readiness and educational activities for children 18 months to 6 years old in a Head Start and/or California Department of Education child development program; to supervise and assist children with learning activities; to assist teachers with daily classroom activities; to work with parents; to provide direction to parent volunteers; and to do related work as required.

Salary:

Associate Teacher Tier I:

$19.66/Hr. to $25.08/Hr.

Tier III:

$20.96/Hr. to $26.76/Hr.

Tier IV:

$22.52/Hr. to $28.74/Hr. (New employees typically are hired at the first step, Step A. SETA's pay scale consists of six steps, each step increase is on annual basis.)

Benefits:

Medical Benefits (6 plans to choose from) Dental Benefits and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Modern Health (Mental Wellness Program)

Tuition Reimbursement:

up to $1500 annually Access to the Public Employee Student Loan Forgiveness Program Pension (mandatory contribution required) Retirement Health Savings Accounts and 457 plans Paid Holidays (13) Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Paid Personal Leave Paid Jury Duty Regional Transit Monthly Pass Reimbursement Modern Health (Mental Health Wellness Program)

Minimum Qualifications:

TIER I:

EDUCATION

A minimum of six (6) college units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and obtain a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher as issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing with 24 months of hire date.

EXPERIENCE

Successful completion of the permit will qualify a Tier I/Substitute as a Tier III/Permitted Associate Teacher. The time in the position will be dictated by the Individual Staff Development Plan (ISDP) as approved by the employee and the Supervisor.

TIER III

EDUCATION:

Possession of a current Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher as issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, or, possession of a

CDA. EXPERIENCE

A minimum of one (1) year of successful work experience as a teacher or a teacher assistant in a child development program in an educational or recreational setting.

TIER IV:

Degreed Must meet the training and experience requirements of Tier III and possession of an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or similarly applicable field of study. If degree is not in ECE or similarly applicable field of study, a CDA or permit at the Associate Teacher level or higher is required.

How and Who May Apply:

This is an Continuous Filing Recruitment. Open to the public as well as current employees, and employees eligible for transfer or voluntary demotion. A completed SETA application or transfer form must be submitted by the deadline date using the online application which can be found at: www.seta.net Copies of all degrees, permits, and credentials must be attached to the application. The recruitment for this position may be a virtual recruitment, meaning exams, and interviews may utilize electronic mediums such as video conferencing. Upon job offer individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, TB test, and background check, and provide copies of immunization records for MMR, TDAP, and flu (or flu waiver).

Posting Date:

Continuous Filing SETA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Is a Local Government employer with 4 locations https://www.seta.net/

Company Profile:

The

SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AGENCY

(SETA), a joint powers agency of the City and County of Sacramento, was formed in 1978. From its inception SETA has been an effective force in connecting people to jobs, business owners to quality employees, education and nutrition to children, assistance to refugees, and hope to many Sacramento area residents. Did Not Disclose Number of Employees Connect with Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Other Local Jobs from Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Help for Other Local Jobs from. Opens a new window. Change to Grid view Pause Carousel Previous Slide Next Slide Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 HEAD

START SUBSTITUTE TEACHER ASSISTANT

Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Sacramento, CA Substitute Teachers, Short-Term Regular | $18.90 Hour Preferred Employer 18 weeks ago The

SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AGENCY

(SETA), a joint powers agency of the City and County of Sacramento, was formed in 1978. From its inception SETA has been an effective force in connecting people to jobs, business owners to quality employees, education and nutrition to children, assistance to refugees, and hope to many Sacramento area residents. For additional information please visit us at www.seta.net. We are looking for Head Start Substitute Teacher Assistants to provide a variety of educational activities at a program site for the Head Start Program operated by the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency.

Program Summary:

The SETA Head Start mission is to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition and mental health.

Position Summary:

Under general direction, to plan and conduct activities for children 6 months to 5 years old in a day care program; to provide direction to child care program teacher assistants and parent volunteers; and to do related work as required.

Salary:

$18.90/Hr.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a minimum of six (6) college units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or equivalent education. Knowledge of Day Care programs and functions; developmental stages and needs of infants to 5 years old; child abuse reporting laws; problems and needs of low-income families; and teaching methods and techniques. The recruitment for this position may be virtual, meaning exams and interviews will utilize electronic mediums such as video conferencing.

How and Who May Apply:

This is an Open Recruitment. Open to the public as well as current employees, and employees eligible for transfer or voluntary demotion. A completed SETA application or transfer form must be submitted by the deadline date using the online application which can be found at: www.seta.net. Copies of all degrees, permits, and credentials must be attached to the application. The recruitment for this position may be a virtual recruitment, meaning exams, and interviews may utilize electronic mediums such as video conferencing. Upon job offer individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, TB test, and background check, and provide copies of immunization records for MMR, TDAP, and flu (or flu waiver).

Posting Date:

Continuous Filing SETA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share

HEAD START ASSOCIATE TEACHER INFANT TODDLER

Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Sacramento, CA Teachers and Instructors, All Other Regular | $11.68 Hour Preferred Employer 22 weeks ago The

SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AGENCY

(SETA), a joint powers agency of the City and County of Sacramento, was formed in 1978. From its inception SETA has been an effective force in connecting people to jobs, business owners to quality employees, education and nutrition to children, assistance to refugees, and hope to many Sacramento area residents. For additional information please visit us at www.seta.net. We are looking to fill multiple Associate Teacher/Infant Toddler positions. These are specialized classifications for positions assigned to provide a variety of educational activities at a program sites for children from birth to 6 years of age for the Head Start Program operated by the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency. Responsibilities include educational activity planning, teaching, and promotion of parent involvement in site activities.

Program Summary :

The SETA Head Start mission is to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition and mental health.

Position Summary:

ASSOCIATE TEACHER INFANT TODDLER

Under general supervision, an Associate Teacher Infant Toddler conducts school readiness and educational activities for children 6 months to 3 years old in a Head Start and/or California Department of Education child development program; to supervise and assist children with learning activities; to assist teachers with daily classroom activities; to work with parents; to provide direction to parent volunteers; and to do related work as required.

Salary:

Associate Teacher Infant Toddler:

$20.96/Hr. to $26.76/Hr. and $22.52/Hr. to $28.74/Hr. with degree. (New employees typically are hired at the first step, Step A. SETA's pay scale consists of six steps, each step increase is on annual basis.)

Benefits:

Medical Benefits (6 plans to choose from) Dental Benefits and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Pension (mandatory contribution required) Retirement Health Savings Accounts and 457 plans Paid Holidays (13) Health Savings Account (HSA) Modern Health (Mental Wellness Program)

Tuition Reimbursement:

up to $1500 annually Access to the Public Employee Student Loan Forgiveness Program Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Paid Personal Leave Paid Jury Duty Regional Transit Monthly Pass Reimbursement Modern Health (Mental Health Wellness Program)

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Possession of a current Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher as issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, including a minimum of three (3) unit's infant/toddler development coursework. OR An Associate, Bachelor's or advanced degree in early childhood education and three (3) units of infant/toddler development coursework. OR An Associate degree in a field related to early childhood education and possession of an Associate Teacher Permit or higher as verified by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, plus three (3) units of infant/toddler development coursework. OR A Bachelor's or advanced degree in any field and possession of a Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher as verified by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, plus three (3) units of infant/toddler development coursework.

How and Who May Apply:

This is an Continuous Filing Recruitment. Open to the public as well as current employees, and employees eligible for transfer or voluntary demotion. A completed SETA application or transfer form must be submitted by the deadline date using the online application which can be found at: www.seta.net. Copies of all degrees, permits, and credentials must be attached to the application. The recruitment for this position may be a virtual recruitment, meaning exams, and interview mediums such as video conferencing. Upon job offer individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, check, and provide copies of immunization records for MMR, TDAP, and flu (or flu waiver).

Posting Date:

Continuous Filing SETA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share Head Start Infant Toddler Lead Teacher Home Base and Center Base Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Sacramento, CA Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Regular | $24.47-$32.03 Hour Preferred Employer 22 weeks ago

HEAD START INFANT TODDLER LEAD TEACHER HOME BASE AND CENTER BASE

The

SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING AGENCY

(SETA), a joint powers agency of the City and County of Sacramento, was formed in 1978. From its inception SETA has been an effective force in connecting people to jobs, business owners to quality employees, education and nutrition to children, assistance to refugees, and hope to many Sacramento area residents. For additional information please visit us at www.seta.net.

Program Summary:

We are looking for an Infant Toddler Lead Teacher to provide a successful, safe and supervised educational experience for toddlers while they are in the Early Head Start program. This position provides support to parents in their role as primary caretakers and educators of their children and encourages their involvement in all aspects of the program.

Position Summary:

The Infant Toddler Lead Teacher is responsible for the care and supervision and management of infants and toddlers (ages birth to 36-months-old in Home-Base and 18-36 months in Center Base) in accordance with the goals and curriculum plan of the SETA Early Head Start program. The principle duties of the Infant Toddler Lead Teacher include: conduct focused observations of children, develop action plans, carry out and evaluate the effectiveness of child development activities, ensure the safety and well-being of the children, maintain regular communication with parents, and contribute to the effective operation of the overall early care and education of young children. The Infant Toddler Lead Teacher reports to the Site Supervisor in a center-based program and an Education Coordinator (Supervisory) in the home-based program.

Starting Salary:

$24.47/Hr. to $31.24 /Hr. and $25.08/Hr. to $32.03/Hr. with degree (New employees typically are hired at the first step, Step A. SETA's pay scale consists of six steps; each step increase is on an annual basis.)

Benefits:

Medical Benefits (6 plans to choose from) Retirement Health Savings Accounts Dental and Vision Benefits Paid Holidays (13) Modern Health -

Mental Health Program Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Life Insurance Paid Jury Duty Educational Reimbursement:

up to $1500 annually 457 Plans Public Employee Student Loan Forgiveness Program Health Savings Account (HSA) Pension (mandatory contribution required) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Regional Transit Monthly Bus Pass Reimbursement Paid Personal Leave Minimum Qualifications:

I.

Training and Education:

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain theses knowledges and abilities would be: a. At least one (1) year of successful work experience in an infant/toddler program or in a Head Start program Early Head Start program, and/or home visiting program AND II.

Education:

b. Possession of a current Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher as issued by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, including a minimum of three (3) units of infant/toddler coursework OR c. An Associate's, Bachelor's or advanced degree in early childhood education and three (3) units of infant/toddler coursework; OR d. An Associate's degree in a field related to early childhood education and possession of an Associate Teacher's Permit or higher as verified by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, plus three (3) units of infant/toddler coursework. OR e. A Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in any field and possession of Associate Teacher's Permit or higher as verified by the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, plus three (3) units of infant/toddler coursework.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California Driver's License is required. A good driving record of at least three (3) years duration, as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents, is required. Failure to obtain a Class C Driver's License will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

WHO MAY AND HOW TO APPLY

This is an Open examination. Open to the public, current employees, and employees eligible for transfer or voluntary demotion. A completed SETA application must be submitted by the deadline date using the online application at seta.net.

Note:

If you are currently on an active eligibility list you do not need to re-apply. Copies of degrees, permits and credentials must be attached to application Upon job offer individuals will be required to complete pre-employment health screening. TB test, background check, and provide copies of immunization records, for MMR, TDAP, and flu (or flu waiver).

POSTING DATE

Continuous Filing. Applications will be reviewed, and candidates will be screened on an ongoing basis. SETA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. General Requirements (Outer) Skills (Inner) Specialized (Center) 0% Occupation 0% Education 0% Work Experience 0% Location 0% Salary N/A Job Skills N/A Shift N/A Min. Age N/A Drivers Lic. N/A DL Endorsements N/A Typing N/A Security Clearance N/A Language This chart is used to compare your background against this job to help to determine if you would be a good fit for this position. You match 0% of the General Job Requirements. You match 0% of the Skills Required, and you match 0% of the Specialized Job Requirements. End of interactive chart. View Share See all jobs from Sacramento Employment and Training Agency Location/Work Site Information Help for Location/Work Site Information. Opens a new window. Cost of Living Calculator Help for Cost of Living Calculator. Opens a new window. Compensation and Benefits Help for Compensation and Benefits. Opens a new window. Job Type and Required Hours Help for Job Type and Required Hours. Opens a new window. Work Experience Help for Work Experience. Opens a new window. Education and Training Help for Education and Training. Opens a new window. Skills Required Help for Skills Required. Opens a new window. Occupation Information for Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Help for Occupation Information for Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education. Opens a new window. Other Jobs and Employers Career Ladder Help for Career Ladder. Opens a new window. Personal Requirements Help for Personal Requirements. Opens a new window. Nature of the Work Help for Nature of the Work. Opens a new window. Work Values and Activities Help for Work Values and Activities. Opens a new window. Change Job Search Criteria Print Job Order Opens in new window [ Do you have a comment or concern about this job posting? ] About Sign In / Register Home Site Map Site Search Explore CalJOBS Settings Accessibility Statement Preferred Settings Page Preferences Languages Services For Individuals For Employers Labor Market Mobile App Legal Privacy Statement Terms of Use Disclaimer Equal Employment Opportunity Resources Protect Yourself Assistance CalJOBS Contact Us Statewide Sacramento, CA 94280 Copyright © 1998-2026 Geographic Solutions, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Virtual OneStop® - VOS Sapphire AI v24