Head Start Assistant Teacher

Acquire4Hire LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Health, dental & vision insurance

403b Retirement program

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Agency Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness program

Job summary

Acquire4Hire LLC is seeking an Assistant Teacher for Head Start programming to support classrooms, build trusting relationships with children, and help maintain a safe and healthy learning environment. The role involves on-site coaching and collaboration with teachers.

This full-time, year-round position offers coaching, professional development, and opportunities for advancement in early childhood education, with a competitive hourly rate and a benefits package including health, dental, vision,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 9 credit hours in early childhood coursework including 3 hours of child growth and development.
• Willingness to pursue a CDA; Associate's Degree in ECE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and implement curriculum under guidance.
• Form trusting relationships with children and ensure a safe, healthy learning environment.

Skills

Team player

Energetic

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

9 ECE college credits (including 3 in growth/development)

CDA prospect; Associate's in ECE preferred

Job description

About This Role

Join our dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of children and families!

At Head Start, you can expect:

• Classroom support including available on-site coaching
• Technology to implement curriculum and assessment
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for Advancement in the field of early childhood education

This position is 40 hours per week/52 weeks per year.

CAPHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

What You'll Do

Job Summary: The Assistant Teacher plays a key role in the classroom, forming trusting relationships with the children and ensuring a safe and healthy environment.

Requirements

Assistant Teacher Qualifications: Must have a High School diploma or G.E.D and 9 credit hours of early childhood college coursework including 3 hours of child growth and development; be willing to pursue a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA); an Associate's Degree in ECE (preferred).

Physical Requirements: In the SNHS, Inc. Child Development program, a teacher should expect to:

• Be able to run after a child in peril.
• Be able to demonstrate motor activities that may include running, hopping, jumping, dancing, and full body motions.
• Lift children in emergencies.
• Nurture children who may need consoling in the case of challenging behaviors.
• Get on the ground with children in case of fire and help them crawl to safety.
• Get kicked or hit accidentally during exuberant play.
• Kneel to address children at eye level.

Nice To Haves

We're looking for team players with energy and enthusiasm!

A sense of humor and a positive attitude are a must!

Benefits

Full time position available with a generous benefit & compensation package including:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Health, dental & vision insurance plans
• 403b Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after one year
• Paid vacation, sick leave, all major holidays
• Agency Employee Assistance Program
• Staff wellness program