Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site TA

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance

100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance

100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Low-Cost Vision Insurance Available

5% Employer Contribution to Your 401(k

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Meaningful Work Serving Children and F

Credible Career Growth

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency seeks an Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site Teacher Assistant in Gallatin, TN. This full-time role offers a dual-path entry into infant/toddler education with potential growth into a Lead Teacher position.

For the Teacher path, a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred, with a CDA or equivalent required. For the Assistant path, a HS diploma or GED is required, with CDA within 6 months and growth to the Teacher role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred.
• CDA credential or equivalent coursework required for infants/toddlers.
• Experience in a preschool or infant/toddler classroom preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required; CDA or Associate’s degree preferred; must obtain CDA within 6 months for pathway to Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead classroom instruction, planning, and implementation of daily lessons and activities.
• Assist in conducting child assessments and use data to guide instruction and developmental planning.
• Foster partnerships with families through regular communication, home visits, conferences, and engagement in classroom activities.
• Collaborate with families to identify and access needed resources or community services.
• Assist with meal service, model positive interactions during mealtime, and maintain a clean, safe classroom.

Skills

Childcare experience

Travel willingness

Family engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ECE/Child Development

CDA credential or equivalent coursework

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate’s degree (for pathway)

Job description

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Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site TA

full time Gallatin, TN, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1199

Salary Range: $17.64 To $20.12 Annually

Mission Statement:
Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency will act as a stepping stone to create stronger communities where families with low incomes have opportunities to connect, grow, and maintain dignity.

Position Summary:
This dual-position posting is designed to create a flexible entry point for individuals interested in working with infants and toddlers in our Early Head Start program. Depending on your current qualifications, applicants will be considered for either:

• Early Head Start Teacher – for candidates who meet the educational requirements for a lead teaching role, or


• Multi-Site Teacher Assistant (Pathway Role) – for candidates who do not yet meet the qualifications but are eager to grow into the EHS Teacher role. Candidates hired as Multi-Site Teacher Assistants will receive support to earn their CDA credential and may transition into the Teacher role upon completion.

Exceptional Benefits Package

• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance


• 100% Employer-Paid Dental Insurance


• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance


• Low-Cost Vision Insurance Available


• 5% Employer Contribution to Your 401(k) After One Year of Service — No Employee Contribution Required


• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Meaningful Work Serving Children and Families

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Early Head Start Teacher and Multi-Site Teacher Assistant duties may include:

• Support or lead classroom instruction, planning, and implementation of daily lessons and activities aligned with individualized learning needs.


• Assist in conducting child assessments and using data to guide instruction and developmental planning.


• Foster strong partnerships with families through regular communication, home visits, conferences, and engagement in classroom activities.


• Collaborate with families to identify and access needed resources or community services.


• Assist with meal service, model social interactions during mealtime, and help maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.


• Participate in recruitment and enrollment efforts for Early Head Start and Head Start programs.


• Collect and maintain required child health and program documentation.


• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities at the local, state, and national levels.


• Support and document in-kind contributions and volunteer hours.


• Ensure compliance with MCCAA policies, Head Start Performance Standards, DHS Licensing, and NAEYC Accreditation.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

For Early Head Start Teacher:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.


• At minimum, a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent coursework focused on infant/toddler development is required.


• Experience in a preschool or infant/toddler classroom preferred.

For Multi-Site Teacher Assistant:

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• CDA credential or Associate’s degree preferred. (Must obtain CDA in Infant/Toddler within 6 months of hire)


• Previous experience with children ages 0–5 preferred.


• Willingness to travel to different classroom locations based on agency need.

Growth Opportunity:
This position provides a career pathway into the Early Head Start Teacher role. Candidates hired as Multi-Site Teacher Assistants will be supported in earning their CDA and may be promoted once all qualifications are met.