Early Childhood Teaching Assistant - Head Start

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC is seeking a Head Start Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities under the supervision of the Education Supervisor/Director of Operations. The role involves assisting with lesson plans, activities, screenings, meals, and safety compliance.

Required CDA credential or willingness to obtain, 480 hours childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Must meet Head Start requirements, including a CDA credential or willingness to obtain one.
• Have 480 hours of childcare experience.
• Pass pre-employment physical and TB test.
• Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in developing and implementing classroom lesson plans.
• Assist in implementing daily group and individual activities to support child development.
• Assist with children's screenings and assessments.
• Assist with preparing and serving meals and cleaning up after meals.
• Assist with diapering and classroom setup/clean-up.
• Ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed and confidentiality maintained.

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC is seeking a Head Start Teaching Assistant to support classroom activities under the supervision of the Education Supervisor/Director of Operations. The role involves assisting with lesson plans, activities, screenings, meals, and safety compliance.

Required CDA credential or willingness to obtain, 480 hours childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid certification.