Head Start Assistant Teacher - Early Learning Support

Community Progress Council, Inc.; York (York County); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with 3% match

Paid time off

Job summary

Community Progress Council, Inc. seeks Assistant Teachers to support Head Start classrooms across York County, partnering with Lead Teachers to deliver play-based, developmentally appropriate learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

You will collaborate with Family Coaches, Behavior Support Specialists, Instructional Experts, and Health & Nutrition professionals to support children's development, family engagement, and positive outcomes for young learners.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED, plus at least one year in a preschool or elementary setting.
• Certification: Earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) within two years—Head Start will support you.
• Communication: Strong English reading and speaking skills; bilingual (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Arabic) is a plus.
• People Skills: Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and diverse communities.
• Child Development Knowledge: Understand basic development and effective behavior strategies.
• Tech Skills: Comfortable with Microsoft Office (preferred).
• Professionalism: Deliver excellent customer service while maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Mission-Driven: Champion the vision of Head Start and Community Progress Council in all you do.
• Collaborative Planning: Work with teachers and families to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Positive Classroom Culture: Maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive environment where every child feels valued.
• Classroom Support: Prepare materials and adapt activities to meet the needs of all learners.
• Family Engagement: Partner with families through conferences, home visits, and individualized planning.
• Child Development: Support assessments and collaborate with families and community resources to meet each child’s needs.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of lesson plans, observations, and health checks.
• Community Outreach: Promote the value of Head Start within the community.
• Professionalism: Maintain confidentiality and model positive behavior for families and volunteers.
• Teamwork: Contribute to committees and initiatives that strengthen program success.
• Growth Mindset: Pursue ongoing learning to stay current in early childhood best practices.
• Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Relationship: Builds rapport and relates well to others
• Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Community: Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill the needs of CPC participants.
• Influence: Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.

Skills

Communication

People skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA within two years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Progress Council, Inc. seeks Assistant Teachers to support Head Start classrooms across York County, partnering with Lead Teachers to deliver play-based, developmentally appropriate learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

You will collaborate with Family Coaches, Behavior Support Specialists, Instructional Experts, and Health & Nutrition professionals to support children's development, family engagement, and positive outcomes for young learners.