Head Start Teaching Assistant

Communityactionallegan; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 17,909,000 - 23,419,000; Full time

Job summary

Communityactionallegan in Michigan seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant to support classroom teachers in implementing lesson plans and daily activities that promote child development. The role includes assisting with screenings, meals, diapering, and classroom setup to maintain a constructive learning environment.

Responsibilities emphasize safety, confidentiality, regulatory compliance, teamwork, and ongoing professional development within Head Start guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must meet Head Start requirements and obtain CDA credential.
• Minimum of 480 hours of childcare experience.
• Pass pre-employment physical and TB test.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teacher with developing and implementing lesson plans and classroom management.
• Assist with daily group and individual activities to support child development.
• Assist with children's screenings and assessments.
• Assist with meal preparation and cleanup; diapering as needed.
• Ensure safety and follow emergency procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Complete required documentation and maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate with staff and respect diverse identities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Observation & screening

Education

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)

CPR & First Aid Certification

Job description

Position Title: Head Start Teaching Assistant

Reports To: Education Supervisor / Director of Operations

Classification: Full Time / Part Year / Non-Exempt

Status: Hourly

Required Education and Experience: Must meet the Head Start requirements, including a minimum of or willingness to obtain a Child Development Associate Credentials, awarded by the Council of Professional Development and have 480 hours of childcare experience. Pass pre-employment physical, TB test. Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Summary/Objective: The Head Start Teaching Assistant completes the listed tasks. All tasks are considered essential except those identified as non-essential.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting the Teacher in the development and implementation of classroom lesson plans and classroom management.
• Assisting the teacher in implementing daily group and individual activities so that the children are provided with opportunities to enhance their development.
• Assisting the Teaching with the children's screenings and assessments.
• Assists in preparing and serving meals daily, cleaning up as needed after meal service.
• Assists with diapering.
• Assists teacher with classroom set-up and clean-up.
• Ensures safety and emergency procedures are followed.
• Attends all scheduled staff meetings for position held.
• Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Conducts a self-evaluation and works consistently to improve own job performance & develops individual professional development goals annually.
• Communicates regularly and works cooperatively with all staff.
• Always maintains confidentiality.
• Respects and promotes the unique identity of each child and family, and refrains from stereotyping based on gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, or disability.
• Ensures compliance with all Local, State, and Federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Executive Director