Head Start Assistant Teacher — Nurture Young Minds (FT)

Jimmy Jazz; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dental (Voluntary)

Health & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

IPERS/403(b)

Job summary

HACAP in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher for a full-time schedule of 32 hours per week, Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm. The role starts at $17.24 per hour, with a plan to increase to $19.81 after earning the CDA within the first year.

Applicants must have an AA in Early Childhood Education or a high school diploma with childcare experience. Benefits include PTO, retirement options, and health plans.

Qualifications

• AA in Early Childhood Education.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) and three months of childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing a nurturing educational program.
• Lead Head Start staff in teacher-absent moments.
• Support children’s development and learning in a structured classroom setting.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

High School Diploma

Job description

HACAP in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher for a full-time schedule of 32 hours per week, Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm. The role starts at $17.24 per hour, with a plan to increase to $19.81 after earning the CDA within the first year.

Applicants must have an AA in Early Childhood Education or a high school diploma with childcare experience. Benefits include PTO, retirement options, and health plans.