What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEMPORARY TEACHING ASSISTANT position at Community Services Consortium?
Offering help for today and skills for tomorrow, Community Services Consortium has the unique opportunity to change lives. By providing education, tools, and resources we help individuals and families chart a brighter course for their future. If helping people help themselves sounds like one of your passions, we want to hear from you.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Head Start Education Supervisor who assigns duties and reviews work for effectiveness according to established work standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: This is a non-supervisory position. Coordination of the work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel. Position works under the guidance of a lead teacher.
POSITION SUMMARY: Assists with the planning and provision of classroom activities, assessments, nutrition, and sanitation of classrooms and site.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed are intended only as Illustrative examples of the various types of work that may be performed by individuals in this classification. Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents and do not include all specific essential functions and responsibilities the incumbent may be expected to perform.
1. Performs tasks as assigned by the lead teacher including but not limited to gathering and preparing classroom materials, working with individuals or small groups of children, monitoring small group activities, assisting to maintain a developmentally-appropriate and safe environment, assessing children and data entry.
2. Assists with the preparation of lunch and snack, as needed. Assists with ensuring the kitchen and food service meets with Health Department requirements for safe and sanitary food conditions including maintaining proper temperature and storage of food.
3. In accordance with established schedule, completes necessary daily cleaning required to provide a clean and sanitary building. Such tasks include sanitizing classroom materials, vacuuming carpeted areas, sweeping and mopping uncarpeted floors, cleaning and sanitizing toilets, counters, and sinks, emptying garbage, and sweeping outside entrances, porches, and sidewalks.
4. Meets with lead teacher to discuss child outcomes, plan weekly lessons, and update classroom environment as needed.
5. Participates in training as required.
6. Assumes role of lead teacher of class due to absence of lead teacher or as otherwise needed.
7. In consultation with the Education Supervisor, develops own professional work goals and training plan.
8. Consistently maintains a professional and courteous manner and an ability to work effectively and harmoniously with other employees and the general public.
9. Maintains regular job attendance and adherence to working hours.
10. Accepts and performs other work as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be working toward attainment of CDA (Child Development Associate Certificate), or CDA equivalent certification, within 6 months and have a Professional Development Plan. Must have experience working with children ages 3-5 and be willing to obtain additional training as requested; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work with young children in an accepting, positive manner. Must be able to work as a team with educational staff. Ability to work with low-income families. Knowledge of basic sanitation and housekeeping procedures and good personal hygiene habits required. Knowledge of early childhood education fundamentals including planning a safe and healthy learning environment, advancing children’s physical and intellectual development, building productive relationships with families, managing effective program operation, maintaining a commitment to professionalism, observing, and recording children’s behavior, and understanding principles of child development and learning. Ability to work and organize duties in a timely manner. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) desirable.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment and working conditions described here are representative of those that are typical of the job and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job is typically performed in an office environment under usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments, with some telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises. In the performance of job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to bend, stoop, move, or lift supplies, equipment and children weighing 50 pounds required. Ability to manage physically active children ages 3-5 years, including restraining, guiding, pursuing, and withstanding sudden movements.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Health verification form completed and registration with Criminal History Registry must occur before hire. Food Handler’s Certificate, First Aid and CPR certification required (training for certification is provided by Head Start). Must be willing to obtain additional training as requested. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license may be required.
OUR CORE VALUES
Servant Leadership · Respect · Equity · Resilience · Belonging · Innovation
Servant leadership prioritizes shared growth, well-being, and empowerment of all.
Respect for every person, community, and culture.
Equity recognizes we don’t all start from the same place and informs the unique supports to empower individuals.
Resilience fostered by providing opportunity today and the hope to plant seeds for tomorrow.
Belonging through cultivation of a community that sees, values, and exemplifies authenticity.
Innovation inspires creative solutions that lead to continuous improvement, collaboration, and desire to grow.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Head Start Education Supervisor who assigns duties and reviews work for effectiveness according to established work standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: This is a non-supervisory position. Coordination of the work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel. Position works under the guidance of a lead teacher.
POSITION SUMMARY: Assists with the planning and provision of classroom activities, assessments, nutrition, and sanitation of classrooms and site.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed are intended only as Illustrative examples of the various types of work that may be performed by individuals in this classification. Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents and do not include all specific essential functions and responsibilities the incumbent may be expected to perform.
1. Performs tasks as assigned by the lead teacher including but not limited to gathering and preparing classroom materials, working with individuals or small groups of children, monitoring small group activities, assisting to maintain a developmentally-appropriate and safe environment, assessing children and data entry.
2. Assists with the preparation of lunch and snack, as needed. Assists with ensuring the kitchen and food service meets with Health Department requirements for safe and sanitary food conditions including maintaining proper temperature and storage of food.
3. In accordance with established schedule, completes necessary daily cleaning required to provide a clean and sanitary building. Such tasks include sanitizing classroom materials, vacuuming carpeted areas, sweeping and mopping uncarpeted floors, cleaning and sanitizing toilets, counters, and sinks, emptying garbage, and sweeping outside entrances, porches, and sidewalks.
4. Meets with lead teacher to discuss child outcomes, plan weekly lessons, and update classroom environment as needed.
5. Participates in training as required.
6. Assumes role of lead teacher of class due to absence of lead teacher or as otherwise needed.
7. In consultation with the Education Supervisor, develops own professional work goals and training plan.
8. Consistently maintains a professional and courteous manner and an ability to work effectively and harmoniously with other employees and the general public.
9. Maintains regular job attendance and adherence to working hours.
10. Accepts and performs other work as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be working toward attainment of CDA (Child Development Associate Certificate), or CDA equivalent certification, within 6 months and have a Professional Development Plan. Must have experience working with children ages 3-5 and be willing to obtain additional training as requested; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work with young children in an accepting, positive manner. Must be able to work as a team with educational staff. Ability to work with low-income families. Knowledge of basic sanitation and housekeeping procedures and good personal hygiene habits required. Knowledge of early childhood education fundamentals including planning a safe and healthy learning environment, advancing children’s physical and intellectual development, building productive relationships with families, managing effective program operation, maintaining a commitment to professionalism, observing, and recording children’s behavior, and understanding principles of child development and learning. Ability to work and organize duties in a timely manner. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) desirable.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work environment and working conditions described here are representative of those that are typical of the job and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job is typically performed in an office environment under usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments, with some telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises. In the performance of job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to bend, stoop, move, or lift supplies, equipment and children weighing 50 pounds required. Ability to manage physically active children ages 3-5 years, including restraining, guiding, pursuing, and withstanding sudden movements.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Health verification form completed and registration with Criminal History Registry must occur before hire. Food Handler’s Certificate, First Aid and CPR certification required (training for certification is provided by Head Start). Must be willing to obtain additional training as requested. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license may be required.
OUR CORE VALUES
Servant Leadership · Respect · Equity · Resilience · Belonging · Innovation
Servant leadership prioritizes shared growth, well-being, and empowerment of all.
Respect for every person, community, and culture.
Equity recognizes we don’t all start from the same place and informs the unique supports to empower individuals.
Resilience fostered by providing opportunity today and the hope to plant seeds for tomorrow.
Belonging through cultivation of a community that sees, values, and exemplifies authenticity.
Innovation inspires creative solutions that lead to continuous improvement, collaboration, and desire to grow.
