Early Head Start: Infant & Toddler Development Assistant

Chester County Intermediate Unit; West Grove (PA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit's Early Head Start program seeks a full-time Child Development Assistant to support infants and toddlers in West Grove, PA. This 260-day role involves assisting the specialist and collaborating with families to foster safe, nurturing learning environments.

Requirements include a CDA or Associate Degree (or willing to attain within one year), childcare experience, and required clearances.

Qualifications

• CDA or associate degree required or willing to attain CDA within 1 year.
• Previous childcare/preschool experience preferred.
• Clearances: State Criminal, Child Abuse & FBI Fingerprint within the last year; MA provider clearance by PA and federal government.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Child Development Specialist in planning and executing early childhood activities.
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with adults and children.
• Assist the teacher in carrying out duties of caring for children.

Skills

CDA/Associate Degree

Childcare experience

Bilingual

Education

CDA/Associate Degree

Job description

Chester County Intermediate Unit's Early Head Start program seeks a full-time Child Development Assistant to support infants and toddlers in West Grove, PA. This 260-day role involves assisting the specialist and collaborating with families to foster safe, nurturing learning environments.

Requirements include a CDA or Associate Degree (or willing to attain within one year), childcare experience, and required clearances.