Head Start Teacher Assistant

Acquire4Hire LLC; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Western Dairyland Head Start is hiring a Teacher Assistant at our Head Start Center in Altoona, WI. This part-time role is 32 hours per week, Monday–Thursday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with summers off, offering a wage range of $16.24 to $21.66 per hour.

The successful candidate will supervise children, plan activities, support inclusive practices, and assist with developmental screenings while adhering to Head Start regulations and Center policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Intro to Child Care Profession within 6 months of hire.
• CDA Credential or Registry certificate, or enrolled in program to obtain within two years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and ensure safety and well-being.
• Plan and implement classroom activities.
• Support inclusion of all children and maintain attendance records.
• Observe children for illness and assist with developmental screenings.
• Prepare classroom and facilities for daily activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies and procedures.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Safety awareness

Developmental observation

Education

High school diploma

CDA Credential / Registry certificate

Job description

Western Dairyland Head Start is hiring a Teacher Assistant to work at our Head Start Center located at 1312 N Hillcrest Pkwy, Altoona, WI 54720. This is a part-time, 32 hours per week position. The schedule is Monday through Thursday (8:30am-4:30pm) with summers off. The wage range for this position is $16.24 to $21.66 per hour.

Western Dairyland Head Start is hiring a Teacher Assistant to work at our Head Start Center located at 1312 N Hillcrest Pkwy, Altoona, WI 54720. This is a part-time, 32 hours per week position. The schedule is Monday through Thursday (8:30am-4:30pm) with summers off. The wage range for this position is $16.24 to $21.66 per hour.

Head Start promotes school readiness of children under the age of five from income-eligible families by supporting their growth and development in a positive learning environment through comprehensive services, which include early learning, health, and family well-being. We're a mission-driven organization making a positive impact in our community since 1966.

What You'll Do

• Supervise children and their activities to ensure their safety and well-being
• Plan and implement classroom activities
• Provide children with a model to support and develop a positive self-concept
• Implement positive guidance and model appropriate practice
• Prepare the classroom, outdoor space, and other center facilities to ensure they are safe, clean and ready for the daily activities
• Support the inclusion of all children
• Recommend purchase of equipment and supplies
• Maintain attendance records on each child
• Observe children daily for signs of illness
• Assist with developmental screenings and ongoing assessments
• Knowledge of state and federal Head Start regulations; Child Care Licensing Rules; Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework; Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement; and Developmentally Appropriate Practices
• Demonstrate understanding of Head Start philosophy and Western Dairyland Head Start's core values
• Demonstrate sensitivity to culture and family background
• Comply with Policies and Procedures and Standards of Conducts
• Maintain confidentiality
• Complete individual needs assessment and develop professional development goal annually
• Complete a minimum of 15 hours of professional development per year

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Introduction to Child Care Profession within 6 months of hire
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Registry certificate; are enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire

Nice To Haves

Find out more at https://www.wdheadstart.org/work-with-us

Benefits

• Western Dairyland is committed to employee wellness and work-life balance. We have implemented a four-day 36 hour workweek. We offer a complete benefits package including health, dental and life insurance, 401(k) plan with up to a 6% match, EAP, paid time off, and sick leave. Western Dairyland is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to support staff development.