Early Head Start Teacher Assistant - Part-Time (CDA)

Chambliss Center for Children; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Optional dental and vision insurance

Discounted childcare

Supportive and welcoming team

Meaningful work that impacts children

Job summary

Chambliss Center for Children is hiring a part-time Teacher Assistant for Early Head Start classrooms serving children 8 weeks to 3 years old. The role supports infant/toddler care, classroom transitions, and daily routines with a CDA credential or higher in Early Childhood Education.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, with starting pay at $13.00 per hour. Join a caring team dedicated to nurturing child development and family engagement.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience with infants and/or toddlers in licensed childcare or classroom settings.
• Dependable, flexible, and willing to assist where needed.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers during lunch coverage and classroom transitions.
• Assist in infant, toddler, and twos classrooms as needed.
• Help maintain safe classroom ratios and daily routines.
• Engage children in age-appropriate learning and play activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental growth.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
• Assist with daily care routines, including feeding, diapering, and classroom activities.

Skills

CDA credential

Dependable

Flexible

Team-oriented

Background check ready

Education

CDA credential or higher degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Chambliss Center for Children is hiring a part-time Teacher Assistant for Early Head Start classrooms serving children 8 weeks to 3 years old. The role supports infant/toddler care, classroom transitions, and daily routines with a CDA credential or higher in Early Childhood Education.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, with starting pay at $13.00 per hour. Join a caring team dedicated to nurturing child development and family engagement.