Bilingual Preschool Assistant (Head Start)

Child Start; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

403(b) retirement plan

9 paid holidays per year

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Child Start is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Early Childhood/Head Start to support Lead Teachers in planning and delivering enriching learning experiences that promote growth across development domains. The role emphasizes family engagement and safe, healthy classrooms.

You will assist with implementing age-appropriate activities, model positive behavior, maintain documentation, and communicate with families through conferences and home visits.

Qualifications

• Current CDA in Early Childhood ages 3-5.
• One year pre-school experience with children ages 3-5.
• Computer skills helpful.
• Love for teaching and ability to build trusting relationships with students, teachers and parents.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in planning and implementing learning experiences that advance development.
• Encourage family involvement and support relationships between children and families.
• Model positive behavior and assist with instruction and supervision in classroom activities.
• Implement age-appropriate activities aligned with Head Start standards and curriculum.
• Assist with parent/teacher conferences and home visits and communicate with parents about routines and policies.
• Maintain up-to-date education folders, portfolios, attendance, and screening paperwork.
• Work closely with EC Manager, Assistant EC Manager and the teaching team.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Current CDA in Early Childhood ages 3-5

AA/BA in Early Childhood Education or related field with 9 hours in ECE

Job description

Child Start is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Early Childhood/Head Start to support Lead Teachers in planning and delivering enriching learning experiences that promote growth across development domains. The role emphasizes family engagement and safe, healthy classrooms.

You will assist with implementing age-appropriate activities, model positive behavior, maintain documentation, and communicate with families through conferences and home visits.