Head Start Teacher Assistant — CDA Paid & Growth Path

Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska; Ogallala (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid holidays

PTO

short term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

health

dental

vision

cancer/critical illness

accident

hospital indemnity

voluntary life insurance

retirement

flexible spending account

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska in Ogallala is seeking a dedicated Head Start Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom activities and provide a safe, engaging learning environment. Responsibilities include implementing curriculum, documenting child progress, and assisting with home visits and parent conferences.

Starting wage ranges from $16.33 to $17.83 per hour, with certifications and experience affecting starting pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• If no CDA credential, candidate must enroll in a CDA credential program to be completed within 2 years; Head Start will pay for and assist.

Responsibilities

• Assist with curriculum implementation and development of developmentally appropriate activities.
• Document child outcomes through anecdotal notes and other documentation.
• Support initial and mid-year home visits along with parent conferences.
• Cover the role of other center positions during staff absences.
• Assist in classroom management and lesson planning/implementation.
• Assist in the implementation of oral health practices.
• Assist in meeting Individual Education Plan goals.
• Be actively engaged in Head Start activities and model appropriate behavior.

Skills

Classroom support

Child engagement

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credential program enrollment within 2 years

Job description

Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska in Ogallala is seeking a dedicated Head Start Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom activities and provide a safe, engaging learning environment. Responsibilities include implementing curriculum, documenting child progress, and assisting with home visits and parent conferences.

Starting wage ranges from $16.33 to $17.83 per hour, with certifications and experience affecting starting pay.