Early Childhood Teaching Assistant — Head Start

Child Start Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision

Dental

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k contribution

gym membership allowance

Job summary

Child Start Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Teacher Aide to support Head Start children ages 3-5. The role assists the lead teacher with planning and implementing meaningful activities, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and supervising students throughout the day.

This 10-month position runs August through June. Required credentials include a Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; bilingual English/Spanish is

Qualifications

• CDA credential required.
• Associate degree in ECE/Child Development acceptable.
• 3 months of experience with 3-5 year olds preferred.
• Ability to work at any center/location.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.
• Physical and TB skin test; pass background checks and E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with planning and initiating learning activities.
• Maintain classroom environment and supervise children.
• Assist in planning and record keeping and other classroom related duties.
• Support other classroom related duties as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Experience with children 3-5

Classroom supervision

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Job description

Child Start Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Teacher Aide to support Head Start children ages 3-5. The role assists the lead teacher with planning and implementing meaningful activities, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and supervising students throughout the day.

This 10-month position runs August through June. Required credentials include a Child Development Associate (CDA) and/or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; bilingual English/Spanish is