Empowering Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Porter-Leath; Minnesota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter-Leath in Memphis is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Head Start classrooms and nutrition services. You will assist teachers, prepare meals, and help provide enriching activities per program standards. This role emphasizes collaboration with families and ongoing child development activities.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED with a CDA Preschool (or higher in ECE) and preferred Head Start experience. CPR/First Aid certification is also preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and CDA Preschool required or obtained within 18 months of hire OR Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Previous Head Start experience preferred.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience with infants, toddlers, and/or preschoolers preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs according to Head Start standards, DHS/ TDOE, NAEYC, CACFP, USDA, and Porter-Leath policies while in kitchen and classroom.
• Provides classroom coverage for teachers during absence and acts as primary caregiver for one group of children.
• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities for one classroom.
• Mentors families and acts as a role model to staff and clients.
• Keeps supervisor informed of programmatic issues in a timely manner.
• Works with staff to create a positive, safe environment for children, families, and staff.
• Assists in delivering health, nutrition, disability, education, and family support services.
• Assists in implementing daily education procedures aligned with best practices and ensures child engagement.
• Ensures communication with nutrition/education staff to fulfill special diet needs.
• Assists in meal preparation and serving according to menus and USDA guidelines.
• Maintains attendance records and meal counts for reporting.
• Conducts home visits and parent–teacher conferences.
• Assists with child evaluations, screenings, and assessments and maintains education records.
• Implements Conscious Discipline and Pyramid Model for classroom management.
• Attends meetings to support student development and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Head Start experience

Infant/toddler/preschool experience

CPR and First Aid certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED with CDA Preschool

Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Porter-Leath in Memphis is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support Head Start classrooms and nutrition services. You will assist teachers, prepare meals, and help provide enriching activities per program standards. This role emphasizes collaboration with families and ongoing child development activities.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED with a CDA Preschool (or higher in ECE) and preferred Head Start experience. CPR/First Aid certification is also preferred.