Head Start Teaching Assistant

Child Start Inc.; Manor (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision

Dental

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k match

Gym membership

Job summary

Child Start Inc. is seeking a Teacher Aide to join our Head Start program for ages 3-5 in Texas. You will assist the classroom teacher in planning engaging activities, maintaining a safe learning environment, and supervising children while helping with basic record keeping and related tasks.

The 10-month position runs August through June. Eligible candidates must have a CDA credential (or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/Development), CPR/First Aid within 30 days, a valid

Qualifications

• CDA Credential is required.
• Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development also acceptable.
• Three (3) months of experience working with children 3–5 years preferred.
• Must have the ability to work at any center regardless of location.
• Must be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment.
• Must possess valid driver's license and insured automobile.
• Must obtain a physical and TB skin test and must pass all criminal history background checks and E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning and initiating meaningful learning activities.
• Help conduct classroom activities and maintain a safe, organized environment.
• Supervise children and support record-keeping and other classroom duties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

CDA Credential

Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Job description

Position Purpose

The Teacher Aide is a member of the classroom team and helps plan and initiate meaningful learning activities for Head Start children ages 3-5 years. The Teacher Aide assists the teacher in conducting classroom activities, maintaining classroom environment, and supervising children and may also assist in planning and record keeping and other classroom related duties.

(This is a 10-month position August - June)

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential required
• Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development also acceptable
• Three (3) months of experience working with children 3 5 years preferred
• Must have the ability to work at any center regardless of location
• Must be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment
• Must possess valid driver's license and insured automobile
• Must obtain a physical and TB skin test and must pass all criminal history background checks and E-Verify

Benefits

• Medical Insurance; low individual premiums

Position Purpose

The Teacher Aide is a member of the classroom team and helps plan and initiate meaningful learning activities for Head Start children ages 3-5 years. The Teacher Aide assists the teacher in conducting classroom activities, maintaining classroom environment, and supervising children and may also assist in planning and record keeping and other classroom related duties.

(This is a 10-month position August - June)

Minimum Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential required
• Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development also acceptable
• Three (3) months of experience working with children 3 5 years preferred
• Must have the ability to work at any center regardless of location
• Must be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Must possess valid driver's license and insured automobile
• Must obtain a physical and TB skin test and must pass all criminal history background checks and E-Verify

Benefits

• Medical Insurance; low individual premiums

Child Inc Employer Paid Benefits

• Vision
• Dental
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 2x the value of annual pay Life Insurance Policy
• Employee Assistance Program all paid for by Child Inc.
• 10% the value of your annual pay infused into your 401k by the company annually
• $300 a year for gym memberships