Early Head Start Teacher Aide – Classroom Support & Growth

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance and disability coverage

Retirement plan options

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking an Early Head Start/Head Start Teacher Aide to support teachers, supervise children, and promote learning in a center-based program in Kansas City, KS. The role works closely with families to strengthen child development and safety in daily activities.

Responsibilities include assisting with materials, documenting progress, and participating in health and hygiene practices.

Qualifications

• Meet one of several educational requirements: CDA or Early Childhood Certificate, or 9 ECE college credits, or one year of teaching in Early Childhood and willing to pursue credentials within 2 years.
• Formal degree in the cited discipline area to ensure advanced knowledge and professional competencies.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or obtain within 30 days of employment; background check is required.
• Associate Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience with children ages 0-3 and 3-5 is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in preparing educational materials and setting up classrooms.
• Supervise children at all times to ensure safety.
• Rotate between classrooms as needed.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Notify supervisor of unusual or at‑risk situations.
• Provide basic first aid and promote health and hygiene.
• Assist in food preparation, serving and cleanup.
• Maintain compliance with Head Start standards and Educare policies.
• Establish rapport with families and communicate progress to parents.
• Support children’s growth through play-based experiences and assessments.
• Meet with the Mentor Teacher regularly for supervision and development planning.
• Participate in Educare network evaluations and classroom assessments.
• Collaborate with teachers, volunteers, and community partners.

Skills

Childcare

Classroom assistance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

CDA or Early Childhood Certificate

9 ECE college credit hours

One year Early Childhood teaching experience

Job description

University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking an Early Head Start/Head Start Teacher Aide to support teachers, supervise children, and promote learning in a center-based program in Kansas City, KS. The role works closely with families to strengthen child development and safety in daily activities.

Responsibilities include assisting with materials, documenting progress, and participating in health and hygiene practices.