Early Childhood Education Assistant

KCARC; Vincennes (IN); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KC ARC, based in Vincennes, Indiana, is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the classroom curriculum for children with special needs. The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and total well-being in line with KCARC’s mission, with responsibilities spanning lesson support, safety, and collaborative care.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and be pursuing a CDA or related degree, along with CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must begin working toward a CDA after first year or have an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Background experience in developmentally appropriate practices in an Early Childhood setting.
• Strong desire to work with children, with insight, sensitivity, flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the children’s services curriculum within the classroom.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards; collaborate with staff as needed.
• Support teachers in daily activities and transitions for children.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Multitasking

Leadership

MS Office

Windows OS

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDA or pursuing CDA / Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assistant in implementing all components of the children’s services curriculum within his/her designated classroom in a manner which is reflective of KCARC’s mission to advocate and provide opportunities in dignified and respectful manner for the total well-being of individuals and families with special needs.

Requirements

1. Possess ability to maintain flexible schedule to meet the demands of the department.

2. Maintain good hygiene.

3. Possess excellent research and writing skills.

4. Possess the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

5. Possess the ability to use tact and empathy when dealing with people of varied backgrounds.

6. Possess the ability to establish effective working relationships.

7. Possess the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

8. Be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office products (Computer literate).

9. Accept responsibility and demonstrate leadership.

10. Be able to multitask effectively in a sometimes fast paced environment.

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

Must possess a CDA or must begin working toward a CDA after first year of employment, or an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Background experience in developmentally appropriate practices in an Early Childhood setting

Must demonstrate insight, sensitivity, flexibility, and a strong desire to work with children

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:

CPR/First Aid

Ability to pass state required physical

Physical Demands:

The position requires staff to alternate from a sitting position to a standing position frequently. Repetitive motion required. Lifting, bending, twisting, and turning are required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally loud. Use of Personal Protective Equipment such as vinyl or latex gloves is occasionally required.

KCARC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION AS APPROPRIATE IN ITS BUSINESS JUDGMENT.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT MEAN THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION.

EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ANY OTHER FUNCTIONS OR DUTIES ASSIGNED TO THEM BY MANAGEMENT. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.”