Head Start Substitute: Early Childhood Teaching Aide

Central Kentucky Head Start; Springfield (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Head Start is seeking an Instructional Assistant Substitute to assist the Head Start Teacher in delivering instructional experiences for preschool children. This on-call role supports student development in social, emotional, physical, and educational areas in a structured Head Start setting.

Responsibilities include engaging children, assisting with assessments and documentation, ensuring safety and proper ratios, and participating in required training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children and in a team environment.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Start Teacher in implementing instructional experiences for preschool children.
• Engage children in a variety of learning activities to support development.
• Assist with assessment and documentation under teacher guidance.
• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom and proper student-teacher ratios.
• Participate in required training and professional development hours.

Skills

Team experience

Experience with children

Reliable transportation

Cross-cultural

Communication skills

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Central Kentucky Head Start is seeking an Instructional Assistant Substitute to assist the Head Start Teacher in delivering instructional experiences for preschool children. This on-call role supports student development in social, emotional, physical, and educational areas in a structured Head Start setting.

Responsibilities include engaging children, assisting with assessments and documentation, ensuring safety and proper ratios, and participating in required training.