Head Start Teacher Assistant — Early Education Support

Alexander County School District; Taylorsville (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander County Schools Head Start in Taylorsville, NC is seeking a Teacher Assistant at Wittenburg Elementary School. This permanent, full-time position supports the Lead Teacher with instructional duties, planning, and care for children in the Head Start program.

Responsibilities include assisting with classroom setup, materials, daily schedules, documenting progress, family engagement, and coordinating with staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood or at minimum a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have completed EDU 119 or enroll and complete within 6 months of employment.
• First Aid and CPR certification required or must be obtained and kept current.
• Complete training on the Foundations, the NC early learning standards for preschoolers.
• Applicant must hold a valid NC state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assists with arranging the physical environment to meet physical, social, and emotional needs of each child.
• Assists in selecting developmentally appropriate materials for at least 7 interest centers and safe areas that meet curriculum and ECERS guidelines.
• Assists in following a balanced daily classroom schedule that meets ECERS and curriculum guidelines.
• Assists with creating a positive social and emotional climate.
• Maintains a clean and healthy classroom.
• Leads learning experiences to meet individual and group needs.
• Implements and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities planned by the teacher utilizing Dial 4/Brigance screening data, Parental Input Information, IEP and curriculum goals.
• Accompanies the Lead Teacher on home visits and parent conferences as needed.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Driver's license

Foundations training

Education

Associate degree in early childhood

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alexander County Schools Head Start in Taylorsville, NC is seeking a Teacher Assistant at Wittenburg Elementary School. This permanent, full-time position supports the Lead Teacher with instructional duties, planning, and care for children in the Head Start program.

Responsibilities include assisting with classroom setup, materials, daily schedules, documenting progress, family engagement, and coordinating with staff.