CDA Trainee: Early Head Start — Shape Young Minds

SHORE UP! Inc.; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & 0

Paid Tuition

Employee Assistance Program

Direct Deposit

Worker’s Compensation

Payroll Deduction

Limited Paid Leave

Job summary

SHORE UP! Inc. is seeking CDA Trainees for their Early Head Start program. Trainees assist in planning and implementing activities that promote intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development in children, while pursuing the CDA credential.

Requirements include a high school diploma (or GED/AA/BS in unrelated field), and enrollment in a program toward a degree or CDA credential, with completion within two years. Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm, $15.25/hr; full-time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for CDA trainee roles.
• Enrollment in CDA credential program with 2-year completion goal.
• Professional early childhood education hours and classroom experience required.
• Background checks, medical tests, and licensing as specified.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and implementing learning experiences.
• Support development across cognitive, social, and emotional domains.
• Engage families and foster relationships with children and families.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA or BS degree in unrelated field

Enrolled in program leading to degree

Enrolled in CDA credential program

Complete 120 clock hours of professional early childhood education

Have 480 hours of work experience with children

Pass written exam

Complete Family Questionnaires and Portfolio

Schedule CDA Council Observation

Be observed by the CDA council

Job description

SHORE UP! Inc. is seeking CDA Trainees for their Early Head Start program. Trainees assist in planning and implementing activities that promote intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development in children, while pursuing the CDA credential.

Requirements include a high school diploma (or GED/AA/BS in unrelated field), and enrollment in a program toward a degree or CDA credential, with completion within two years. Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm, $15.25/hr; full-time.