Head Start Assistant Teacher - Impactful Early Learning

Save the Children; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Save the Children seeks an Assistant Teacher to support preschool instruction within Head Start. You will assist the Teacher in day-to-day operations, promote social-emotional, physical and cognitive growth, and build strong partnerships with families.

As a frontline representative, you will ensure safety, adhere to agency values, and participate in meetings and trainings to maintain high-quality early childhood services.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) or equivalent credential or enrolled in CDA program to be completed within two years.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of Head Start/Early Head Start program purpose.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with families, staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during activities and maintain a safe environment.
• Assist Head Start Teacher with daily plans and individual needs.
• Support classroom projects and field trips.
• Maintain classroom management using appropriate techniques.
• Build relationships with children and families and document progress.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in training sessions.
• Deliver guidance in health, nutrition and personal habits with children.
• Follow Head Start Program Performance Standards in all duties.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Follow directions

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

CDA (Preschool) or state credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online client management systems

Job description

Save the Children seeks an Assistant Teacher to support preschool instruction within Head Start. You will assist the Teacher in day-to-day operations, promote social-emotional, physical and cognitive growth, and build strong partnerships with families.

As a frontline representative, you will ensure safety, adhere to agency values, and participate in meetings and trainings to maintain high-quality early childhood services.