Assistant Teacher PA

Arkansas Early Learning Inc.; Newport (AR); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision

Dental

Life insurance

PTO

401K

Job summary

Arkansas Early Learning, Inc. is hiring a Program Assistant/Teacher Aide to support Head Start services for children and families.

This entry-level role leverages the classroom to create rich learning opportunities that align with daily routines and promote each child's development, while supporting staff with engaging activities and centers. The organization offers a full-time schedule, weekends off, 33 paid days off in the first year, and a comprehensive benefits package including health,

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff to provide Head Start services to children and families.
• Create learning opportunities from daily routines to support child development.
• Support teachers in classroom activities and centers.

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Pay Type: per hour Benefits: Dental, Vision, Health, Life Insurance, PTO, 401K + many more

MAKE AN IMPACT. CHANGE LIVES. END POVERTY.

JOIN ARKANSAS EARLY LEARNING: BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY BY EMPOWERING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH SKILLS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR SUCCESS.

At Arkansas Early Learning (AEL), we believe every child deserves an opportunity to succeed, no matter their circumstances. AEL was established to serve the most vulnerable children ages birth to five and their families throughout the State of Arkansas through Early Head Start and Head Start. We provide transformational learning programs to vulnerable children within a childcare setting. We offer FREE Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K educational childcare/daycare programs serving 21 counties with numerous centers across the state of Arkansas. AEL is more than just daycare! We are educators, even as early as 6 weeks old we are implementing an education curriculum. We also offer a variety of child and family support services in a loving, caring, and safe environment.

NOW HIRING A Program Assistant:

The Program Assistant/Teacher Aide is an entry level position and will work to ensure comprehensive Head Start services are provided to children and families enrolled in the program. This position will utilize the Center environment to assist staff with creating rich learning opportunities that build on daily routines and support each child's development and education.

Education and Experience:

• 18 years old or older
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

Arkansas Early Learning offers a set fulltime schedule with weekends off, 33 PAID days off the first year, competitive pay with paid training and a benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, life and more. Are you interested in making a difference in the development and growth of the youth in your community?

Sound like the right place for you? Apply now to join our growing team!

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Arkansas Early Learning, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization established to serve the needs of children and families throughout the State of Arkansas.

EOE STATEMENT: Arkansas Early Learning is an equal employment opportunity employer and selects the best‑matched individual for the job, based upon job‑related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal or local law.