Head Start Classroom Assistant: Inspire Young Learners

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career opportunities

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta seeks a Head Start Teacher Assistant to support the Head Start Teacher in planning and delivering developmentally appropriate learning experiences for preschool children in Atlanta. You will help create a safe, organized, and engaging classroom that supports early literacy and social development.

Responsibilities include preparing lesson materials, supervising students, conducting assessments, ensuring health and safety, and partnering with families.

Qualifications

• CDA certification is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to kneel, bend, squat, lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Organize classroom space and maintain a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
• Provide and assess developmentally appropriate activities in collaboration with the teacher.
• Prepare lesson materials and resources, and follow the daily schedule.
• Observe and document child progress and refer concerns as needed.
• Engage families and participate in required meetings and trainings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

Team collaboration

Education

CDA

Associate degree in early childhood education

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta seeks a Head Start Teacher Assistant to support the Head Start Teacher in planning and delivering developmentally appropriate learning experiences for preschool children in Atlanta. You will help create a safe, organized, and engaging classroom that supports early literacy and social development.

Responsibilities include preparing lesson materials, supervising students, conducting assessments, ensuring health and safety, and partnering with families.