Head Start Teacher Assistant

Hrcapinc; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave accrued at 5 hours per pay period

1 paid day off annually for your birthday

403(b) retirement plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 3%

Job summary

A community action organization in Newport News is seeking a Head Start teaching assistant to support educational development in a nurturing environment. Candidates should have a CDA credential and preferably one year of related preschool experience. Responsibilities include assisting in classroom activities, promoting parental involvement, and supporting children's cognitive and emotional growth. A comprehensive benefits package is provided including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must present current TB/Physical at the time of employment.
• Prefer one-year full-time preschool classroom experience.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License required if a licensed driver.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in providing a safe educational setting.
• Promote the development of Head Start children.
• Encourage parental involvement in the program.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of typical behaviors of three and four-year-old children

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Enrolled in a program for an associate or baccalaureate degree

Job description

Newport News, United States | Posted on 09/23/2025

• To assist the teacher in providing a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children, while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips).
  
• To assist in the promotion of social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children relative to the Creative Curriculum, Head Start Performance Standards/Domains and Licensing guidelines.
  
• To encourage parental involvement in all aspects of the program
  
• To assist in the development of individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into kindergarten.
  

Requirements

• Head Start teaching assistants nationwide in center-based programs have:
  1) At least a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential;
  2) Enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree; or
  3) Enrolled in a child development associate credential program to be completed within two years.
• Certificate/transcripts will be required to validate ECE coursework or related classes.
  
• Prefer demonstrated classroom ability, typically one-year full-time preschool classroom experience or equivalent.
  
• Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of three and four-year-old children usually gained through a minimum of one-year of relevant experience.
  
• Excellent communication skills, especially good listening and writing skills.
  
• If a licensed driver, employee must have a valid Virginia Driver's License and proof of current auto insurance where applicable.
  
• Employment is conditional pending immediate enrollment in Child Care Division - Criminal History Registry.
  
• Must present current TB/Physical at the time of employment or within 10 working days for TB test and 30 days for physical.
  

Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) offers a comprehensivebenefits package for full-time employees, effective the first day of the monthfollowing your hire date. Benefits include:

o Sick leave accrued at 5 hours per pay period

o 1 paid day off annually for your birthday

o Official Break Pay (Spring Break, Summer Break,and Winter Break)

o Medical, dental, and vision insurance availablefor employees and dependents

o HRCAP covers 75% of health insurance premiums

o Coverage begins the first of the month afterhire

o Pre-tax premium deductions via Section 125 Plan

o 403(b) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollarmatch up to 3% after one year of service

Additional details are provided in the HRCAP Employee Handbook and SummaryPlan Documents.