Assistant Teacher

The HHWP Community Action Commission; Findlay, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

Job summary

HHWP Community Action Commission in Findlay, OH seeks a full-time Assistant Teacher for its Head Start Preschool program. The role focuses on developing and maintaining a classroom-level education program aligned with Head Start standards and Ohio licensing.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED with the ability to obtain a CDA credential within two years, plus prior preschool experience preferred. Valid driver's license and ability to lift 75 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED and be able to gain CDA Credential within two years of hire.
• One year of preschool experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain a comprehensive classroom-level education program in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Ohio Day Care Licensing, and Agency policies.

Skills

Flexible

Analytical

Collaborative

Professional

Initiative

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA Credential within 2 years

Job description

HHWP Community Action Commission, a local non-profit, seeks a full-time Assistant Teacher within our Head Start Preschool program at our Findlay location.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining a comprehensive education program at the classroom level in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Ohio Day Care Licensing, and Agency policies and procedures.

The wage scale for the Assistant Teacher position is $15.91-19.56/hour and is determined by education and experience.

Critical Attributes

• Flexible
• Analytical
• Collaborative and Professional
• Strong Initiative
• Strong Customer Service Skills

Minimum Requirements and Application Process

Overall Requirement: Must be sensitive to the needs of low-income individuals and able to work with individuals of all cultural backgrounds and ages. Must adhere to the values of the HHWP CAC including Advocacy, Professionalism, and Partnership. Must be committed to the Agency’s mission to reduce the conditions of poverty by providing comprehensive services to improve lives.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED with the ability to gain the CDA Credential within two years of hire.

Minimum Experience: One year working within a preschool environment is preferred.

Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, maintain state minimum amount of automobile liability insurance, and meet and maintain all funding source requirements. Must be able to lift 75 pounds occasionally.

Benefits: HHWP Community Action Commission provides a rewarding paid time off package, several tiers of health and prescription coverage, dental/vision, and a 403(b) in which we match contributions 100% up to 5%.