Head Start Teacher Aide

Child, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Child, Inc. located in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Teacher Aide to assist the lead teacher in preparing and delivering curriculum for Head Start children ages 3-5 years. This role involves guiding bilingual/multicultural activities and measuring children's growth metrics.

Qualified candidates must have a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, experience with preschool-age children, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3 months of experience working with children 3-5 years preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license, current insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Must pass all criminal history background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teacher with classroom curriculum for Head Start children ages 3-5 years.
• Prepare classroom materials and create learning centers as needed.
• Plan and initiate meaningful learning activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work at any center

Good listening skills

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Job description

Child, Inc. is a diverse workplace committed to provide low-income families with early childhood education, mental health services, disabilities services, nutritional services, medical and dental services, social services and parent engaged activities. As a non-profit organization, our mission is to provide high quality education and comprehensive support services for children and their families while promoting personal and social responsibility in the communities we serve. This is a full-time hourly position with benefits that include health, vision and dental insurance, 401k, paid time off and other benefits. Child Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description

Teacher Aide assists the lead teacher with preparation and direction of the following for Head Start children ages 3-5 years: actual classroom curriculum approved by Child Inc; bilingual/multicultural activities according to ethnic and cultural backgrounds of children enrolled; activities in areas of health, nutrition, mental health, self-awareness and self-concept for all children enrolled; and measure, record and update children’s heights and weights. Assist in preparing classroom materials to support lesson plans; changes and creates learning centers as needed. Is a member of the classroom team who helps plan and initiate meaningful learning activities. (This is a 10-month position August - June).

Qualifications

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential required. Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred. Three (3) months of experience working with children 3 – 5 years preferred. Must have the ability to work at any center regardless of location. Ability to be flexible with work assignments and work schedules. Excellent communication skills, especially good listening skills.

Additional Information

Must pass all criminal history background checks. Must have valid driver’s license, current insurance and reliable transportation. Must submit to pre-employment physical and TB test. Please go to our website at www.childinc.org to complete an application. Please submit a resume with your application plus copies of your education credentials.

All applicants must submit a completed Child Inc. application to be considered for a position . EOE.