Full-Time Early Head Start Child Development Assistant

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit in West Grove, PA, seeks an Early Head Start Child Development Assistant for a 260-day schedule to work with infants and toddlers. The role supports planning activities and assisting the teacher under supervision in Engle Education Center.

Requirements include a CDA or Associate Degree (or willingness to attain CDA within one year), childcare experience, and clearances. Salary ranges from $17.91 to $23.49 per hour, with placement on the scale based on experience.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associates Degree required; CDA within one year encouraged.
• Experience in childcare/preschool setting preferred.
• Bilingual/Bicultural preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Child Development Specialist in planning and executing early childhood activities.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with adults and children.
• Assist the teacher in caring for children.

Skills

Childcare experience

Bilingual/Bicultural

Education

CDA or Associate Degree

Willing to attain CDA within one year

Job description

Chester County Intermediate Unit in West Grove, PA, seeks an Early Head Start Child Development Assistant for a 260-day schedule to work with infants and toddlers. The role supports planning activities and assisting the teacher under supervision in Engle Education Center.

Requirements include a CDA or Associate Degree (or willingness to attain CDA within one year), childcare experience, and clearances. Salary ranges from $17.91 to $23.49 per hour, with placement on the scale based on experience.