Head Start Assistant Teacher - Litchfield (#0826M)

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

12 paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

STD

LTD

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

ESST

Hospital indemnity insurance

Basic life insurance

Voluntary life insurance

401k retirement plan

HSA

FSA – medical & dependent care

Proximal Health

CancerCare

EAP

Wellness Program

Job summary

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. in Litchfield, MN is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher to support the Head Start Teacher in creating a stimulating learning environment for 3- to 5-year-olds.

You will help spark curiosity, support families, and ensure classroom safety and daily routines. Requires at least 1 year of experience with young children, 18+, and a CDA credential or Early Childhood degree (or ability to obtain within 2 years); CPR/First Aid or willingness to certify.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least one year of experience with children ages 3-5.
• Current CDA credential or Early Childhood Degree, or ability to obtain within two years.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and collaborate with Head Start Teacher to create engaging classroom days.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
• Support health and nutrition activities in the classroom.
• Step in as Head Start Teacher when needed.
• Assist with light janitorial duties as required.
• Support recruitment and enrollment efforts for Head Start.
• Safely monitor the bus and transport children to and from the center.

Skills

Computer skills

Team player

Reliable

Child development knowledge

Problem solving

Education

CDA credential

Early Childhood Degree

Job description

JOB STATUS: Full time (36 hours/week), 9-Months Per Year, Union Position

LOCATION:

Litchfield, MN

Help create an amazing learning environment for young children! As a Head Start Assistant Teacher, you'll work side by side with our Head Start Teacher to spark curiosity, build independence, and inspire little learners - all while supporting parents to become their child's greatest advocate.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Team Up for Success:Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan and most engaging and enriching classroomdays ever!
• Stay Organized: Keep everything running smoothly with accurate and up-to-date record keeping.
• Add a Health Twist: Bring fun and creativity to the classroom with health and nutrition activities.
• Be the MVP: Step in for the Head Start Teacher when needed - you're the ultimate backup!
• Pitch In: Help out with light janitorial duties when necessary - teamwork makes the dream work.
• Promote the Program: Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to spread the word about Head Start.
• Ensure Safety: Safely monitor the Head Start bus and transport children to and from the center.

SKILLS TO WOW US:

• You know your way around a computer.
• You're a team player and can handle tasks on your own like a pro.
• Reliable? That's your middle name!
• You're up to speed on child development - or eager to learn.
• Problem-solving and keeping the peace? Piece of cake!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least one (1) year of experience working with children ages 3-5.
• A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Degree - or the ability to obtain itwithin two years.
• CPR and First Aid Certification - or ready to get certified.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Salary range of $18.02 - $26.76/hour + Benefits!
• Full-time (36 hours per week), 9-Month Union Position

BENEFITS:

• PTO
• 12 paid holidays each year
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• accident insurance
• critical illness insurance
• Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
• hospital indemnity insurance
• basic life insurance
• voluntary life insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• HSA
• FSA – medical & dependent care
• Proximal Health
• CancerCare
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

CLOSING DATE:

Open to the public until filled.

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.