Head Start Classroom Assistant

Action for Boston Community Development, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,923 - 35,497; Part time

Job summary

A community development organization in Boston seeks a Teacher Assistant to support children's learning in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include assisting the Teacher, documenting children's progress, and helping with individualized education plans. Candidates must have a high school diploma and ideally hold a Child Development Associate Credential or be enrolled in a related degree program. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations are essential. This role emphasizes teamwork and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching preschool age children is preferred.
• EEC preschool teacher certification is preferred.
• Bilingual in a language spoken by ABCD families is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in the care and education of children.
• Participate in the development of appropriate lesson plans.
• Engage in record keeping of children's progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual ability

Knowledge of child development

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active Preschool Child Development Associate Credential

Enrolled in ECE degree program

Job description

A community development organization in Boston seeks a Teacher Assistant to support children's learning in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include assisting the Teacher, documenting children's progress, and helping with individualized education plans. Candidates must have a high school diploma and ideally hold a Child Development Associate Credential or be enrolled in a related degree program. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations are essential. This role emphasizes teamwork and ongoing professional development.