Head Start Preschool Assistant: Inspire & Support Learning

ECKAN; Emporia (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ECKAN is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in day-to-day classroom operations within Head Start. You will assist in implementing lesson plans, supervising children, and engaging with families to strengthen community involvement while upholding Head Start standards.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma or GED, CDA eligibility, and strong communication skills. You may be asked to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in occasional training and meetings throughout the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required; CDA preferred or eligible to obtain within first year.
• Pass required KBI, background and health tests.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to kneel, bend, sit on the floor, and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and comply with ECKAN insurance standards.
• General office and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote Head Start philosophy and educational objectives.
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and in-service training.
• Help maintain a classroom environment that supports education goals.
• Maintain a safe, orderly and clean learning environment.
• Provide supervision of children.
• Communicate with children at their developmental level.
• Participate in activities with the children.
• Help assess children’s needs and developmental progress.
• Help implement weekly lesson plans.
• Promote healthy eating at meal times.
• Support teachers to conduct two home visits and two parent-teacher conferences each program year.

Skills

Communication skills

General office skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDA certification or eligible within first year

Job description

ECKAN is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in day-to-day classroom operations within Head Start. You will assist in implementing lesson plans, supervising children, and engaging with families to strengthen community involvement while upholding Head Start standards.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma or GED, CDA eligibility, and strong communication skills. You may be asked to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in occasional training and meetings throughout the