Head Start Classroom Assistant: Inspire Young Minds & Growth

Wateree-Community-Actions,-In; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wateree-Community-Actions, Inc. in Sumter, SC seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support a Head Start classroom, fostering a safe, healthy learning environment in line with Head Start standards. You will assist the lead teacher with materials, activities, supervision, and family communication; you must have a CDA and an associate or bachelor’s degree or be pursuing one; preschool teaching experience is preferred. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and readiness for safety trainings.

Qualifications

• CDA credential required.
• Associate or BA degree or current enrollment in degree program.
• Experience teaching preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and implementing activities.
• Provide developmentally appropriate activities to support children's growth.
• Help plan, monitor, and keep records of classroom progress.
• Follow positive discipline and confidentiality policies.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Attend pre-service and in-service trainings.

Skills

Child interaction

Communication with families

Team player

Reading & following directions

Education

CDA credential

Associate or BA degree / enrolled in degree program

Job description

Wateree-Community-Actions, Inc. in Sumter, SC seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support a Head Start classroom, fostering a safe, healthy learning environment in line with Head Start standards. You will assist the lead teacher with materials, activities, supervision, and family communication; you must have a CDA and an associate or bachelor’s degree or be pursuing one; preschool teaching experience is preferred. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and readiness for safety trainings.