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School City of Hammond

Head Start Teacher Assistant

Hammond, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

... Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and State/local requirements. This position requires active participation with other members of the teaching team, various Head Start staff ...

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What is a Head Start Association?

A Head Start Association is an organization that supports and advocates for Head Start programs, which provide early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and families in the United States. These associations often operate at the state or regional level, offering resources, training, and policy advocacy to strengthen local Head Start programs. By fostering collaboration and providing professional development, Head Start Associations help ensure high-quality services and promote positive outcomes for children and families.

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Professionals at a Head Start Association often support local Head Start programs by providing training, advocacy, and technical assistance. They coordinate statewide initiatives, organize professional development opportunities, and help ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Collaboration with local program leaders, educators, and policy makers is a key part of the role, often involving regular meetings, resource sharing, and partnership development to enhance early childhood education outcomes.

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To thrive as a Head Start Association Executive Director, you need expertise in early childhood education, nonprofit leadership, and program management, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in administration. Familiarity with federal Head Start performance standards, grant management systems, and budgeting software is typically required. Strong communication, advocacy, and collaborative leadership skills set exceptional leaders apart in this position. These competencies are vital for ensuring program compliance, securing funding, and advancing quality early childhood services to communities.

What is the difference between Head Start Association vs Early Childhood Education Coordinator?

AspectHead Start AssociationEarly Childhood Education Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related fieldRequires a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field, sometimes with additional certifications
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organization, advocacy, training, and policy development for Head Start programsChildcare centers, schools, or program sites directly involved in early childhood education
Employer & IndustryHead Start programs, nonprofit organizations, government agenciesEducational institutions, childcare centers, or local government agencies

The Head Start Association focuses on advocacy, training, and policy support for Head Start programs, while an Early Childhood Education Coordinator works directly in educational settings to oversee classroom activities and curriculum. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in scope and work environment.

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Teachers, Infant/Toddler and Preschool (Early Head Start and Head Start)

Cape Inc Community Association for Pre-School Educ

Livermore, CA • On-site

$22 - $32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Implement and plan developmentally appropriate, emergent, anti-bias curriculum in collaboration with staff and parents.

  • Conduct assessments, develop individual development plans, and observe children to monitor their progress.

  • Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment and supervise children during activities, meals, and diapering/toileting.

Job description

Description

CAPE Inc, Community Association for Preschool Education

CAPE, Inc. has a wonderful opportunity for several Full Time Teachers: 8 Infant/Toddler (Early Head Start (EHS) and 2 Preschool (Head Start (HS) in Livermore and Hayward areas

Eligible for Hiring Bonus!!! 

Position is Non-Exempt, Full Time (40 hours/week)

Pay Rate: Commensurate with education and experience

      Minimum  $22.00/hour w/ no degree    Maximum  $28.16/hour with 4-year degree ECD

Eligible for group benefits plans including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement plan;

        14 paid Holidays, generous vacation and sick days; educational assistance

Reports to Site Supervisor or Center Director


Agency Overview: 

CAPE, Inc. headquarters is in Livermore, and provides early childhood education services (Head Start and Early Head Start preschool programs) in Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Hayward areas.  CAPE offers a cohesive environment for passionate people who want to make a significant contribution to early childhood education, social/emotional development and early childhood mental health.


Position Overview: The Teacher works with children individually, and in small and large groups as part of the cooperative classroom team, assisting them in building confidence and increasing self-esteem.


Essential Functions:

Carry out the goals, policies, procedures and activities designed to implement CAPE,

        Inc. educational objectives, Head Start Performance Standards and CDE Regulations

Implement and plan a developmentally appropriate, emergent, anti-bias curriculum, 

        obtaining input from parents and other staff which includes aspects of all relevant 

        Head Start State Preschool components

In collaboration with other staff and parents, develop and prepare lesson plans

Conduct effective circle time

Maintain a stimulating developmentally appropriate classroom environment

Conduct assessments on all children; develop individual development plan for all

        children; conduct and record ongoing observations of children

Participate in evaluation sessions to review children's progress and needs and revise

        and update curriculum

Compile and maintain a portfolio to demonstrate growth and development of skills for 

        each child

Adhere to child abuse reporting requirements

Ensure that children with exceptional needs are fully included in all program activities

Conduct home visits for Head Start and EHS children (minimum twice yearly)

Conduct Parent-Teacher conferences (minimum twice yearly)

Maintain effective and professional relationships with enrolled families

Encourage parent involvement in all phases of the program

Serve and supervise meals and snacks

Conduct point of service meal counts

Clean and sanitize all food preparation and eating areas, and adhere to all food safety guidelines 

Meet food handling and safety requirements

Ensure that snacks and meals are served "family style" with an adult seated at the 

        table with children

Diapering and toileting children

Ensure proper storage of food on daily and weekly basis

Maintenance and upkeep of the classroom, the children and the site

Effective classroom management

Observance and application of safety practices at all times


Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

BA or AA degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development or 

        a BA/AA in another field with 24 units in ECE/ECD (including CORE classes)

3 units in Infant Toddler with an Associate degree (preferred)

California Teacher Permit

Possession of a valid California driver's license, reliable transportation and valid vehicle

        insurance

Ability to work within the philosophy of the CAPE program

Effective communication skills - both oral and written

Analytical and organizational skills

Teamwork/Effective interpersonal relationship with co-workers

Professionalism; flexibility

Comprehension of job-related responsibilities

Detail-oriented; Customer service oriented


Desirable Qualifications

Previous experience in a Head Start or State Preschool program

Bi-lingual skills; especially Spanish/English; Farsi/English, preferred

Join our team today!  Submit your cover letter, upload resume and copy of transcript to hr@capeheadstart.org


CAPE, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and provides the opportunity to qualified persons to seek, obtain, and hold employment with the Agency without discrimination on account of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, gender, medical condition, age, marital status, veterans' or military status, non-job physical or mental handicap or disability status, genetic information, except if there exists a lawful bona fide occupational qualification or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.  www.capeheadstart.org


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