Head Start and Early Head Start Classroom Assistant

Macon Program For Progress; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Macon Program for Progress is seeking a Head Start / Early Head Start Classroom Assistant to support the Lead Teacher in delivering developmentally appropriate learning experiences. You will work in a Head Start classroom, following BSD policies and ensuring safe, nurturing daily routines for young children.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid within 6 weeks, and basic reading comprehension to follow instructions. CDL may be required or pursued after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Twenty hours in-service training in Early Childcare Education topics.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification within the first 6 weeks of hire date.
• Two years' experience working with children preferred.
• CDL required or willingness and ability to obtain.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching staff in assigned classrooms.
• Follow the daily lesson plan for the classroom.
• Apply early childhood development theory to activities and adapt to each child's needs.
• Supervise children and maintain safety according to rules and routines.
• Relate to children in a calm, nurturing manner using age-appropriate guidance.
• Attend training, support children and families, and work well with others.

Skills

Twenty hours in-service training

Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Two years' experience with children

CDL

Read and comprehend instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Head Start / Early Head Start Classroom Assistant

Full time, Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Position Overview

Responsible for working with the Lead Teacher and Teacher in assigned classrooms to deliver high quality early education and child development services by providing developmentally, culturally and linguistically appropriate learning experiences, routines and activities of a Head Start classroom/center in accordance with the policies, procedures, and philosophy of Macon Program for Progress Board, Policy Council, NCDCDEE, and Administration for Children and Families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, required
• Twenty hours in-service training required in Early Childcare Education topics
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification, required within the first 6 weeks of hire date
• Two years' experience working with children, preferred
• CDL, required or willingness and ability to obtain
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, sort correspondence and memos

Responsibilities

• Ability to collaborate and work with the teaching staff in their assigned classrooms
• Ability to follow the daily lesson plan for assigned or scheduled classroom
• Ability to apply Early Childhood Development theory to daily classroom activities and adapt the theory to the individualized needs of children
• Supervise and maintain the safety of children following indoor and outdoor safety rules, routines and procedures
• Relate to children in a calm, caring and nurturing manner using age appropriate child guidance techniques
• Willing to attend job training, nurture and motivate young children and their families, and work well with others

How To Apply

Visit https://mppnhc.org/employment/ and complete the application

Email [e-mail]

Or, call NCWorks at 828-332-6060 and speak with a Career Advisor

Macon Program for Progress is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.