Head Start Floater — Teacher Assistant in Training

Rolling Plains Management Corporation; Olney (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium contribution

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance policy

Dependent care FSA

Telemedicine and EAP

Job summary

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is hiring a Head Start / Early Head Start Floater for the Olney Child Development Center in Olney, Texas. This is a full-time, 11-month position with one month off during the Summer, and a provisional pathway to the Preschool CDA within a year.

The role supports planning, implementing, and supervising early learning activities, adhering to Head Start standards and regulations, and working under supervision to meet the Center’s goals.

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Preschool CDA within 1 year of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to attend training in Early Childhood Development with CDA focus.
• Must pass drug/alcohol test and comply with Drug-Free policy.
• Must pass regular criminal history checks.
• TB tests as required.
• Must have reliable self-transportation and valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to ensure safety.
• Assist with developmental screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluations.
• Assist with planning and implementing classroom activities based on individual learning plans.
• Build positive relationships with children through communication, respect and guidance.
• Complete CDA coursework as scheduled per training plan.
• Protect children from harm and follow child abuse policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Preschool CDA (within 1 year)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is hiring a Head Start / Early Head Start Floater for the Olney Child Development Center in Olney, Texas. This is a full-time, 11-month position with one month off during the Summer, and a provisional pathway to the Preschool CDA within a year.

The role supports planning, implementing, and supervising early learning activities, adhering to Head Start standards and regulations, and working under supervision to meet the Center’s goals.