Full-Time Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (Head Start)

Midcoast Maine Community Action; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life and disability保险

Professional development and education

Generous paid time off

13 paid holidays plus 2 floating holid

Job summary

Midcoast Maine Community Action (MMCA) in Brunswick, ME, is seeking full-time Assistant Teachers to join our Head Start program at Brunswick Landing and Perryman Drive. You will support Lead Teachers, create a nurturing classroom, and help children develop confidence and early learning skills in a safe, welcoming environment.

This position is 40 hours per week with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a classroom, childcare, or similar setting.
• Basic understanding of child development and early childhood learning practices.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing classroom activities and learning experiences
• Preparing materials and helping maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized learning environment
• Encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and social-emotional growth through play and educational activities
• Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviors
• Communicating with parents and caregivers regarding children's experiences and progress
• Participating in team meetings, trainings, and program planning activities

Skills

Experience with children

Classroom setting

Basic child development understanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Midcoast Maine Community Action (MMCA) in Brunswick, ME, is seeking full-time Assistant Teachers to join our Head Start program at Brunswick Landing and Perryman Drive. You will support Lead Teachers, create a nurturing classroom, and help children develop confidence and early learning skills in a safe, welcoming environment.

This position is 40 hours per week with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, professional