The EHS Teacher's Aide assists the Lead Teacher in daily activities to support the development of children in a safe and conducive learning environment. Responsibilities include classroom management, communication with parents, and participation in training and meetings.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and an infant/toddler CDA. Additional requirements include passing background checks and maintaining good personal hygiene and health.
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Job description
Position description
Job title
EHS
T2
SALARY
RANGE: 7
Supervises
N/A
WORK
STATION: Class room
Reports to: Teacher Education Manager Transportation Manager EHS Site Supervisor
General description
The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in carrying out daily activities designed to provide for the physical, emotional, nutritional, social and intellectual development of the children within an environment that is safe, healthy and conducive to learning.
Duties: And responsibilities:
1.
Assist with direction of classroom activities, health, safety and well-being of the children during time in the Head Start program.
2.
Work as a team with other teaching staff and assist with daily activities in the Head Start center as required.
3.
Assist in developing weekly lesson plans and activities as needed to meet children’s individual needs.
4.
Perform teaching tasks as outlined in curriculum and performance standards.
5.
Assist with all requirements of teaching position, including home visits, screening and assessment of children and other required documentation and duties.
6.
Perform duties of the teacher, when necessary, due to teacher’s absence.
7.
Provide communication between staff and parents concerning children.
Relay messages between parents and Center Staff.
Be positive with parents and children as the program’s first and last contact of the day.
8.
Participate in appropriate Head Start training.
Attend parent committee meetings, center staff meetings, in-service training, and other training as required or requested by management staff and/or supervisor.
9.
Ensure that emergency supplies are maintained and properly stored in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
Ensure that communication system is tested regularly and kept in working order.
Communication system is utilized for Head Start business only.
10.
Work cooperatively with all Head Start staff.
11.
Assist with recruiting age eligible children.
12.
Understand responsibility of being a mandated reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect.
Read and understand Child Abuse and Neglect Policy.
Failure to follow reporting procedures, including incidents involving other staff members, may result in termination.
13.
Never leave a child unattended.
14.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
1.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2.
Must have an infant/toddler CDA 3.
Knowledge of program curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and related program performance standards.
4.
Relate to children and parents in a positive, constructive manner.
5.
Develop and implement classroom activities based on children’s individual needs.
6.
Work well with other center staff, parents, and managers.
7.
Knowledge of basic child development as well as child care and guidance knowledge.
8.
Maintain conduct that promotes a positive image to staff, parents, agency and community.
9.
Obtain initial medical exam and TB assessment within 30 days of employment.
Complete a medical exam and TB assessment every five years following initial employment.
10.
Pass background screen, child abuse/neglect screen, drug screen, and be subject to random drug testing.
Additional requirements
Possess personal qualifications
emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the standards of the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities. Must have good verbal communication skills and visual ability to observe children. Ability to fulfill responsibilities under pressure, including during emergencies.
Working conditions
Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
Risk involved with travel on main highways, side streets and rural roads during the transportation of children.
Risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Must be able to lift 55 pounds, many times a day, climb into the school bus, bend, kneel and squat frequently.
Job requires standing for long periods of time, as well as stooping, squatting, running; and sitting in child sized chairs and/or on the floor.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position, including changes in location, classroom, caseload, and hours. The Executive Director may, at any time, for disciplinary purposes, the utilization of personnel, or for the general good of the program, reassign an employee from one position to another position.
I accept the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this position description. This position is not exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Signature of Supervisor/Mentor Date of Orientation
Rev 5-23
Market context
Missouri early childhood teacher demand remains steady
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.
