Teacher North Hollywood

VOALA (Volunteers of America Los Angeles) is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services including Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low-income housing programs, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

About the Role

The Head Start Teacher will provide children (ages 0–5) with a developmentally appropriate environment that includes varied activities to help them grow socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically. The goal is to achieve social competence and prepare children for a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond.

Through Head Start and Early Head Start, children receive comprehensive health services: screenings, immunizations, nutrition assessments, mental health evaluations, and referrals for developmental or physical delays. Enrolled children also receive healthy meals, nutritional follow-ups, and education for parents.

Cities served include: Carson, Commerce, Compton, Culver City, Del Rey, East Los Angeles, El Segundo, Harbor City, Hawthorne, South Central Los Angeles, Lomita, Lynwood, Mar Vista, Newhall, North Hollywood, Pacoima, Palms, Paramount, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Fernando, San Pedro, Santa Clarita, Shadow Hills, South LA, Studio City, Sun Valley, Sunland, Sylmar, Torrance, Tujunga, Val Verde, Valencia, Valley Village, and Wilmington.

Responsibilities

• Implement the program curriculum for children enrolled in morning and afternoon classes (double sessions).
• Plan individual and group activities to stimulate learning and promote parent involvement in the child’s education.
• Work cooperatively with Co-Teacher and Family Advocate (FA) to provide information and resources to enrolled families.
• Conduct daily classroom planning, maintain children’s records in conjunction with the FA, and submit accurate monthly paperwork on time.
• Observe, screen, and assess children’s developmental levels; develop goals tailored to each child’s individual needs.
• Provide a planned program of activities that supports and enhances the role of parents as the prime educators of their children.
• Create a learning environment that reflects the varied cultural and ethnic backgrounds of the children and their communities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Services for this position must be provided on-site; incumbents are required to report to work in person each day of active employment.

Requirements

• Must pass a fingerprint clearance, background check (including criminal history), and verification of personal references, employment, and education.
• Must have access to an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a valid California driver’s license, or reliable alternative transportation for home visits and travel to school sites, offices, etc.
• Proof of TB clearance within 6 months prior to hire.
• Annual influenza vaccination (between Nov. 1st – Mar. 31st).
• Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization.
• Health screening at the time of employment.
• Ability to interact with children in a busy environment, including:
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequently kneel and squat.
  • Ability to move quickly.

As a service provider to vulnerable populations, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or related field.
• 24 Early Childhood Education/Child Development units.
• Must meet requirements to obtain a Child Development Teacher Permit.
• 2 years of teaching experience.
• 1 year of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Management coursework.
• Child Development permit.
• 4 years of teaching experience.
• Familiarity with Head Start performance standards, creative curriculum, and licensing regulations.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal).

Pay

$26.90 - $28.31 per hour.

Benefits

VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.