Assistant Teacher/Spanish Interpreter

We are looking for an energetic, caring, and dependable Assistant Teacher/Spanish Interpreter to join our Head Start team! This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and enjoys building positive relationships with families.

In this role, you will support the classroom teacher with daily learning activities and help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. You will also serve as an important communication bridge for our Spanish-speaking children and families by providing interpretation and translation throughout the Head Start program.

What You'll Do

• Provide Spanish interpretation and translation during family events, conferences, screenings, registration, and other Head Start activities.
• Accompany the teacher on home visits and assist with family conferences by providing interpretation.
• Welcome and communicate with parents, volunteers, and families, providing interpretation as needed.
• Participate in monthly Family Activities and provide interpretation for families when requested.
• Translate written classroom and Head Start materials for Spanish-speaking families.
• Support the teacher with planning, organizing, and carrying out daily classroom activities.
• Help prepare materials and learning activities that encourage children's development and learning.
• Assist with observing children and maintaining accurate, timely documentation of their progress.
• Communicate positively and appropriately with children, providing interpretation when needed.
• Use positive discipline practices in accordance with Head Start policies.
• Follow all Wisconsin Child Care Licensing Rules and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle family and child information with professionalism and care.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, families, coworkers, and community partners to support children's success.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Early Childhood Education 1 & 2 classes.
• Strong speaking and writing skills in both English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate effectively with young children, families, and coworkers from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to work as a positive, dependable, and involved member of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and complete documentation on time.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Physical examination and Mantoux TB test upon hire.
• Valid driver's license, automobile insurance including liability coverage, and access to a reliable automobile for occasional work-related travel.

Preferred:

• Associate Degree or Technical Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• Previous experience working with young children, families, or in an early childhood education setting.
• Previous experience providing Spanish interpretation or translation in an educational or community setting.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

The right person for this position is someone who is patient, positive, flexible, and genuinely enjoys working with children and families. You will play an important role in helping children feel safe and supported while helping Spanish-speaking families feel welcomed, understood, and connected to their child's education.

Physical Requirements

This position involves active participation in the classroom and may include:

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Regular kneeling, bending, and sitting on the floor while interacting with and caring for children.
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, coworkers, and community resources.

If you are passionate about early childhood education, bilingual communication, and supporting families, we'd love to have you on our team!

Pay: $15.74 - $18.39 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18