Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Lexington (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks an Experienced Childcare Assistant to support Ambrose-Lexington, MS classrooms with curriculum-based activities and supervised learning centers. This role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice and positive behavior management.

You will assist with lesson plans, attendance, and family communications while supporting teachers, aides, and students throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or CDA certification with childcare experience.
• Knowledge of Head Start theory and regulatory environment.
• Experience in childcare or early childhood development settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing classroom and learning centers per curriculum and children's interests.
• Provide constant supervision of children during activities, indoors and outdoors.
• Conduct activities in the absence of the assigned teacher.
• Support developmentally appropriate activities across learning domains.
• Support screening using Brigance (Early Childhood Screen III 3-5 years) for 45‑day compliance.
• Help develop weekly lesson plans and implement IEP/ISFP-based plans.
• Record anecdotal observations and assist CPI assessments three times per year.
• Record attendance and report absences to the Family Community Worker.
• Maintain clear education records and orderly daily activities with positive behavior approaches.

Education

Associate Degree in Child Development or related field

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks an Experienced Childcare Assistant to support Ambrose-Lexington, MS classrooms with curriculum-based activities and supervised learning centers. This role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practice and positive behavior management.

You will assist with lesson plans, attendance, and family communications while supporting teachers, aides, and students throughout the day.