Head Start Teacher Assistant — Full-Time, Growth & Impact

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES INC; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Free life insurance

401(k) plan

PTO and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES INC is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support Co-Teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This role emphasizes active participation in lesson planning and documentation to aid children’s growth.

You will assist in physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development, promote curriculum goals, and help with daily routines, ensuring confidentiality and teamwork across staff and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Enrol in and complete a CDA credential within 18 months of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain and maintain certification
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support the classroom team by establishing a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Assist Co-Teachers with lesson planning, strategies, documentation, and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support children’s development across physical, intellectual, social, and emotional domains.
• Promote curriculum goals including educational, social, and emotional learning objectives.
• Incorporate nutrition, health, and self-care into daily routines.

Skills

Strong communication

Enjoys working with young children

Team player

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES INC is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support Co-Teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This role emphasizes active participation in lesson planning and documentation to aid children’s growth.

You will assist in physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development, promote curriculum goals, and help with daily routines, ensuring confidentiality and teamwork across staff and families.