Teacher Assistant, Head Start

Job overview

The Teacher Assistant, Head Start role is onsite in Hanford, CA, with compensation of $20.15–$25.80 per hour. Kings Community Action Organization works to support self-sufficiency for individuals, families, and communities in Kings County. The role assists teachers in providing educational experiences for children and parents under Head Start standards. It contributes to children’s learning, safety, and development while supporting family engagement and program requirements.

What you'll do

• Help plan and prepare classroom environments and daily lessons
• document observations and developmental assessments
• supervise children and organize developmental activities
• support home visits, parent conferences, and case conferencing
• maintain classroom order and required records
• serve as a bus monitor when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

teacher assistant

head start

full-time

hanford ca

kings community action organization

early childhood education

classroom support

child supervision

family engagement

developmental assessments

parent conferences

variable hours

$20.15–$25.80/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires an associate degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field (or completion within one year), preschool experience, and a Child Development Permit within six months of employment.

About the employer

Kings Community Action Organization is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.