Head Start Classroom Assistant — Shape Young Minds

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency; Big Rock (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-Paid Health Insurance

Employer-Paid Dental Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Low-Cost Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Meaningful Work Serving Children and F

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency in Big Rock, TN is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant to support the Teacher in the daily Head Start classroom operations. The role includes assuming teacher responsibilities during absences and assisting with lesson planning, child assessment, home visits, and parent communication.

The position is temporary and focuses on serving children and families, with a strong emphasis on early childhood development and collaboration with staff and volunteers to

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED, CDA or associate degree preferred with CDA within 12 months of hire.
• Experience: Previous work in preschool or with children ages 0-5 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning daily lessons and activities and assume classroom responsibilities as needed.
• Assess each child’s developmental level and support individualized planning.
• Make home visits and engage with parents to address issues and resources.
• Maintain parent communications through conferences, letters, newsletters, and calls.
• Assist in meals, cleaning duties, and center operations as required.
• Support parent meetings, trainings, and recruitment for Head Start programs.

Skills

Early childhood education basics

Child development assessment

Parental communication

Home visits

Team meetings

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA credential or Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency in Big Rock, TN is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant to support the Teacher in the daily Head Start classroom operations. The role includes assuming teacher responsibilities during absences and assisting with lesson planning, child assessment, home visits, and parent communication.

The position is temporary and focuses on serving children and families, with a strong emphasis on early childhood development and collaboration with staff and volunteers to