Teacher Assistant — White Swan Head Start

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant — White Swan Head Start role is onsite in White Swan, Washington, with pay of $18.23–$20.52 per hour. The position supports the Yakama Nation Head Start program in the Department of Human Services. Working with the classroom teacher, the assistant supports instruction, supervision, and classroom activities that foster children’s development. The role also contributes to integrated services for children and families and incorporates Yakama culture into learning activities.

What you'll do

• Support classroom instruction and daily activities
• supervise and guide children
• help maintain a safe, clean, inclusive classroom
• prepare learning materials and support individualized learning plans
• assist with cultural activities and curriculum
• communicate with families
• record program information
• participate in parent and family engagement activities
• make at least two home visits per child each year
• and guide parent volunteers and trainees.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

white swan wa

yakama nation

head start

early childhood education

classroom support

child development

yakama culture

family engagement

individualized learning plans

$18.23–$20.52/hour

first aid and cpr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires an early childhood education certificate or Child Development Associate credential, or a related preferred associate degree, along with experience working with young children. First Aid/CPR and Food Handler cards may be obtained within six months of hire.

About the employer

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.