Head Start: Dedicated Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

Community Care Network / Rutland Mental Health Services; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Rutland County Head Start is hiring Teacher Assistants to join a comprehensive, family-centered early childhood program on site in Rutland, Vermont. The role offers $21.62-$25.94 per hour with a generous benefits package and paid training.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CDA/AA or enrollment in a related program within 2 years, and a valid driver's license with adequate auto insurance. A criminal history background check is required after hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Per OHS requirement, must hold a valid CDA or AA, or be enrolled in a program leading to a CDA or AA within 2 years of employment start date.
• Previous experience working with children in a classroom setting preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with personal automobile liability insurance as required by Vermont.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Lead Teachers with managing a classroom.
• Acting as the Teacher in Teacher's Absence.
• Providing an effective learning environment within the classroom with the focus on school readiness skills.
• Collaborating with other staff to support each individual child's needs.

Education

CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education, or enrolled in program leading to CDA/AA within 2 years

Job description

Rutland County Head Start is hiring Teacher Assistants to join a comprehensive, family-centered early childhood program on site in Rutland, Vermont. The role offers $21.62-$25.94 per hour with a generous benefits package and paid training.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CDA/AA or enrollment in a related program within 2 years, and a valid driver's license with adequate auto insurance. A criminal history background check is required after hire.