Head Start Teacher Assistant — Grow with Children & Families

Bauer Family Resources; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Short- and Long-Term Disability

10 paid holidays + PTO

Wellness programs

Early Childhood Education scholarships

Cell phone & mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Bauer Family Resources is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support Head Start classrooms for ages 3 to 5. You will assist with observation, assessment, and lesson planning to promote school readiness, while engaging families to support child development.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of child development, and the ability to maintain safe learning environments. 1–2 years' experience preferred; background checks required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building with children and families.
• Knowledge of child development and health and safety standards.
• Ability to create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Start Teacher with observing and assessing student progress.
• Assist in developing and implementing lesson plans based on data and interests.
• Engage families through conferences and home visits; maintain safe, engaging environments.
• Support program quality and compliance with policy and standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Child development knowledge

Health and safety standards

Lesson plan creation

Organization & time management

Basic computer skills

Spanish language ability (nice to have

Education

CDA program enrollment or degree

Job description

Bauer Family Resources is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support Head Start classrooms for ages 3 to 5. You will assist with observation, assessment, and lesson planning to promote school readiness, while engaging families to support child development.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of child development, and the ability to maintain safe learning environments. 1–2 years' experience preferred; background checks required.