Head Start Classroom Support Specialist

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency; Murfreesboro (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 available

5% employer contribution to 401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Meaningful work serving children and a

Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant in Murfreesboro, TN. The role supports daily Head Start classroom operations and serves as the teacher in their absence.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to work with families, helping children develop foundational skills through individualized activities, home visits, and community resources referrals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CDA or associate degree preferred.
• Must obtain CDA credential within 12 months of hire.
• Experience working with children ages 0-5 in preschool setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning of daily lessons and activities.
• Assist with assessment of each child’s developmental level and tailor activities accordingly.
• Make home visits and work with parents on issues, including problem-solving with families.
• Keep parents informed through conferences, letters, newsletters, and calls.
• Assist parents in obtaining community resources and services.
• Collect and provide health information on each child as required by the program.
• Assist with meal preparation and cleanup; eat meals with the children.
• Assist in cleaning duties of classroom and center.
• Assist with parent meetings or trainings.
• Recruit children for Head Start and Early Head Start Programs.
• Attend meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Work to obtain volunteer and in-kind contributions; submit necessary documents.
• Comply with policies, procedures, DHS Licensing Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Preschool experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA credential or Associate’s degree preferred

Must obtain CDA credential within 12 months of hire

Job description

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant in Murfreesboro, TN. The role supports daily Head Start classroom operations and serves as the teacher in their absence.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to work with families, helping children develop foundational skills through individualized activities, home visits, and community resources referrals.