Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Part Learning Assistant (Part Time)

0500 - Early Childhood Education; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools seeks an Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Part Learning Assistant (Part Time) to support instructors in Central High School's Early Learning program. This role focuses on helping with lesson plans and promoting developmental growth in a Head Start setting.

The position requires a high school diploma, ability to work with infants and toddlers, and a background check with TB screening. Training opportunities and a 10-month school calendar accompany this part-time role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and experience with children in learning environments.
• Ability to work with infants and toddlers 6 weeks to 3 years old.
• Completion of background checks and TB screening required.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors with planning and implementing lesson plans.
• Support children's social, emotional, and physical development.
• Participate in cleaning and safety activities per licensing rules.
• Attend training and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain a welcoming, professional environment for children and families.

Skills

Infant/toddler care

Classroom support

Communication with families

Safety and licensing compliance

Education

High school diploma

CDA or higher degree (preferred)

Background check & TB screening

Job description

Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Part Learning Assistant (Part Time)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5937995

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Job Description

Job Title: Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Part Learning Assistant (Part Time)

Job Title Code: 02137

Salary Grade: E01/22 $15.00/hr flat rate

Department: Office of Early Learning

Reports To: Director of Head Start

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

PURPOSE OF JOB: The Early HS Infant/Toddler Part-time Learning Assistant assists instructors in the KCPS Early Head Start classroom at Central High School.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with Early Head Start instructors to effectively plan and implement lesson plans in the classroom and assists with providing breaks for teaching staff.
• Promotes and supports children’s social, emotional and physical development consistent with the philosophy of Head Start, Trauma Smart, and Conscious Discipline classroom management techniques.
• Participates in cleaning and safety requirements of the Early Head Start program compliant with state licensing regulations.
• Attends all assigned training and professional development opportunities.
• Maintains a welcoming and professional environment for children and families.
• Adheres to all state child care licensing regulations, Federal Head Start Program Performance Standards, to include supporting classroom ratio requirements.
• Treats children, families and colleagues with professionalism and supports a positive work environment that aligns with the philosophy of KCPS Head Start, Trauma Smart and Conscious Discipline.
• Follows district guidelines for reporting incidents of suspected abuse, neglect or contagious disease.
• Utilizes relevant district and Head Start software and technology effectively in the performance of duties. Completes paperwork according to assigned timelines and follows code of conduct and confidentiality policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a high school diploma and have previous experience with and/or training for working with children in a learning environment.
• Ability to work with infants and toddlers ranging from 6-weeks to three years old and understand the developmental needs of this age group.
• Successful completion of required background check and submission of an initial physical and TB screening

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) and/or a two or four year undergraduate degree.
• Willing to enroll in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within 2 years of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects/children of at least forty pounds; use stairs; move quickly from one space to another; spend extended time outdoors in a variety of weather conditions; visual ability requires mono and color vision.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of work year: 10 months. Five (5) hours per day/5 days per week or according to the district calendar workdays. This position follows the school calendar.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > PT Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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