What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Assistant position at Community Action Team?
Community Action Team, Inc.
Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Bilingual Assistant DEPARTMENT: Children’s Program
POSITION REPORTS TO: Center Manager FTE: 75% - 100%
POSITION SUMMARY:
To work cooperatively with staff, parents, and volunteers to carry out the responsibilities of the program in order to meet the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical needs of Head Start children and their families.
The individual must be able to work with children, families, staff and the community in a positive manner. S/he must be open and friendly with parents to encourage communication. In doing this work, the Bilingual Assistant is responsible to help the center staff with interpreting and translating.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma
- Ability to effectively and accurately interpret and translate in the family’s native language and in English.
- Some experience working with preschool children, and/or education in early childhood care and education field. Prefer a knowledge of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Evidence of ability to work in a cooperative team manner and to follow directions and program policies.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner with children, families and co-workers in both verbal and written format.
- Experience working in social service or related field.
- Ability to work with low income and/or special needs families, includingfamilies from a diverse population.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.43 - $19.88 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Seaside, OR 97138 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Seaside, OR 97138: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20