Head Start: Preschool Learning Assistant

Central Kentucky Head Start; Lebanon (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Head Start is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support preschool children under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, promoting social, emotional, physical, and educational development.

You will work in a team to engage children in diverse learning experiences, assist with assessments and documentation, and participate in required trainings to support a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children and in team settings.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Able to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist to ensure every child is engaged in a variety of learning experiences.
• Promote development of English Language Learners in both primary language and English.
• Assist in the assessment of children.
• Assist with timely and accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment while upholding teacher-child ratios.
• Foster positive staff relationships and teamwork.
• Complete required trainings and professional development hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team environment

Experience with children

Reliable transportation

Cross-cultural communication

Strong written and verbal

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credential or enrollment

Job description

Central Kentucky Head Start is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support preschool children under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, promoting social, emotional, physical, and educational development.

You will work in a team to engage children in diverse learning experiences, assist with assessments and documentation, and participate in required trainings to support a safe, inclusive classroom environment.