Job Overview Join our dedicated team as an Early Head Start Assistant Teacher/Cook, where you will play a vital role in fostering a nurturing, educational, and safe environment for young children. This dynamic position combines classroom support with food preparation responsibilities, ensuring that children receive quality early childhood education and nutritious meals. Your enthusiasm and commitment will help promote developmental growth, positive behavior, and family engagement, all while adhering to educational standards and health regulations. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. Responsibilities Assist lead teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate activities that promote literacy, math skills, social-emotional learning, and childhood development. Support classroom management by supervising children during activities, transitions, meals, and outdoor play to ensure safety and positive behavior. Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines and food safety standards, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area. Collaborate with teaching staff to develop individualized plans for children with disabilities or special needs, including those with autism. Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and classroom experiences to foster strong partnerships. Maintain classroom organization, including proofreading educational materials and ensuring compliance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and other regulations. Use computers and educational technologies to support teaching activities and recordkeeping efficiently. Follow all health and safety protocols, including first aid and CPR procedures, to ensure a secure environment for children. Requirements Prior experience working with young children in early childhood education settings or classroom environments. Knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management strategies, and classroom behavior management techniques. Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners. Experience working with individuals with disabilities or autism is highly desirable. Certification in first aid and CPR is required or must be obtained upon hire. Strong organizational skills for proofreading materials and maintaining accurate records. Familiarity with educational compliance standards such as ESSA regulations and childcare licensing requirements. Demonstrated ability to mentor children positively while managing classroom behavior effectively. Proficiency in using computers and educational technologies to enhance learning experiences. This role is ideal for passionate individuals eager to support early childhood development through engaging instruction, nurturing supervision, and nutritious meal preparation—all within a collaborative team environment dedicated to making a lasting impact on young learners' lives.

Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person