Head Start Teacher Assistant

Rolling Plains Management Corporation; Crowell (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth and tele-therapy

EAP benefits

401K plan matching

Sick and vacation leave

14 paid holidays

Job summary

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is seeking a full-time Head Start Teacher Assistant for the Crowell Child Development Center in Crowell, Texas. The normal work hours may be varied by the Center Director to accommodate all hours the Center is open.

The role supports the Lead Teacher in implementing the program and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment for enrolled children and their families, with a 40-hour work week during the school year.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or CDA credential with HS diploma or equivalent; preschool experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass drug/alcohol tests.
• Must pass regular criminal history checks and TB tests as required.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel regionally as needed.
• Must maintain a valid Texas driver's license with acceptable MVR.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in implementing the program and ensuring safety and health in the classroom.
• Help create a learning environment conducive to participation for enrolled children and families.
• Follow the Center Director's guidance and comply with all applicable regulations.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Ability to pass drug/alcohol test

Background checks completion

Education

Associate degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential in Preschool and High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Texas driver's license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Crowell, TX 79227

Salary Range: $12.50 - $15.63 Hourly

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is seeking a full time, school year, 40 hour per week Head Start Teacher Assistant for the Crowell Child Development Center in Crowell, Texas. The normal work hours may be varied by the Center Director to accommodate all hours the Center is open.

Responsibilities

Responsible to the Center Director. The Teacher Assistant assists the Lead Teacher in implementing their respective program and meeting all required regulations to provide a safe and healthy educational environment and an environment conducive to learning for enrolled children and their families. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Benefits

Rolling Plains Management Corporation offers an excellent benefit package to include telehealth, tele-therapy, and EAP benefits. The company also provides a matching 401K plan, sick and vacation leave, and 14 paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rolling Plains Management Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or a related field with coursework equivalent in child development or early childhood education, with experience in a preschool-age classroom, or
• A CDA Credential in Preschool and a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with the "Drug-Free" Agency Policy.
• Must be able to pass regular criminal history checks.
• Must submit to TB tests as required.
• Must possess the ability to provide reliable self-transportation capable of regional travel.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas motor vehicle operator's permit of appropriate classification and endorsement.
• Must agree to maintain a satisfactory MVR and minimum requirement of insurability as required by law. The agency may conduct MVR background checks.

Physical Demands

• May require extended periods of standing or walking.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or moving up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Regularly required to be on the floor and sit for long periods.
• Occasional squatting and bending are required.

Work Environment

• Possess the ability to adapt to inclement weather conditions and/or situations.
• The noise level could be moderate to loud when working in a center.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and deal effectively with stress.
• Ability to perform duties and adapt to flexible work schedules as established by management.

Travel Requirements

• Light to normal travel – the ability to travel for activities such as field trips, meetings, classes, and workshops in and out of the service area.
• Ability to drive, occasionally long distances.
• Must be able to travel by air as needed to attend training, conferences, and related activities.