Head Start Teacher Assistant: Nurturing Early Learning

Mid--cumberland-Community-Action-Agenc; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 23,543 - 24,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) contribution after one year

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Meaningful work serving children and 


Job summary

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency in Dickson, TN, is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant to support the classroom and substitute for the lead teacher as needed. This full-time position focuses on delivering early childhood education within the Head Start framework.

The role involves planning daily activities, assessing children's development, engaging families through home visits and conferences, and coordinating with parents and community resources.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; CDA credential or Associate's degree preferred (must obtain CDA within 12 months).
• Experience working with preschool-aged children (0–5) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning daily lessons and activities; assume major classroom responsibilities as needed.
• Assess each child's development and use information to individualize instruction.
• Make home visits and work with parents to address issues and coordinate resources.
• Inform parents through conferences, letters, newsletters, and calls.
• Assist parents in obtaining community resources and services.
• Collect health information as required by the program.
• Assist with meal preparation and cleanup; eat meals with children.
• Help maintain classroom and center cleanliness.
• Participate in parent meetings or trainings.
• Recruit children for Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as assigned.
• Work to obtain volunteer and in-kind contributions for the Agency.
• Comply with Mid-Cumberland policies and Head Start standards.

Skills

Preschool experience

Education

High school diploma or GED; CDA or AA preferred

Job description

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency in Dickson, TN, is seeking a Head Start Teacher Assistant to support the classroom and substitute for the lead teacher as needed. This full-time position focuses on delivering early childhood education within the Head Start framework.

The role involves planning daily activities, assessing children's development, engaging families through home visits and conferences, and coordinating with parents and community resources.