Instructional Assistant - Head Start

OUR MISSION : MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty.

Our Vision : We envision a just future, where our communities are empowered to reach positive outcomes and everyone is respected for their infinite worth.

We are seeking an Instructional Assistant to join our Head Start program!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Instructional Assistant works to support classrooms where there are children who need additional support and attention due to behavioral, health, or disability related challenges. The Instructional Assistant works in collaboration with the teaching team to support children by utilizing the protocols created in response to their behavioral, health or disability needs. The Instructional Assistant will support the child throughout the day by fostering inclusion in all activities, encoring meaningful learning experiences and building positive relationships with peers and staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

• Instructional Assistant 1 : High School diploma or GED.
• Instructional Assistant 2 : CDA or 1 Year Early childhood Certificate.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with young children.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Teamwork, Collaboration, and Documentation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory duties in this position.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.

If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at or call to ask for a HR Team Member.

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