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HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Relief Teaching Assistant (1145)

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TitleRelief Teaching Assistant
Posting ID1145
Description

Primary Purpose:

Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements as it applies to students enrolled at a HCDE Head Start campus. Ensure compliance with all HCDE policies, division procedures, Head Start Program Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards and other local, state and federal regulations.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

  • Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
  • Enrolled in Pre-School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program to be completed no later than 12 months and CDA credential achieved no later than 24 months of hire date; or
  • Enrolled in a program leading to an Associate or Bachelor’s degree

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Ability to work well with adults
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • General knowledge of computer systems and software applications
  • Basic written and verbal communication skills
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills a plus

 

Experience:

  • Six months to one-year experience working with young children in a Head Start program or other early childhood education program or documentation of 24 hours of early care and education training obtained within the past twelve months

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Model HCDE and Head Start’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Assist with screening assigned students within the first 45 days of enrollment.
  • Support the teacher in creating an instructional environment that is engaging, positive and interactive.
  • Participate in the creation of lesson plans and support implementation.
  • Assist with ongoing assessments to support individual instruction and monitor progress of students, consistently sharing information with teaching team.
  • Maintain adequate supervision to ensure students’ health, welfare, and safety.
  • Support the teacher during semi-annual home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and community partners to support HCDE Head Start’s school readiness goals for children, families, and the community.
  • Ensure all required assignments and documentation is complete and accurate as required.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Shift TypeFull-Time
Salary Range$15.25 - $17.20 / Per Hour
LocationHEAD START - MULTIPLE CAM

Applications Accepted

Start Date09/11/2024