Head Start Teaching Assistant - Cook Elementary

Child Start Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance; low individual premiums

Vision and Dental coverage

401(k) contributions

$300 annual gym membership stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Austin, Texas, seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant to support teachers and enrich learning experiences for children ages 3-5. This full-time role requires a Child Development Associate Credential and bilingual skills in English and Spanish, with prior experience preferred. The position offers extensive training, benefits including medical insurance and a gym membership stipend, and the chance to positively impact young lives in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment.
• Two years of experience working with children ages 3-5 years preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and insured automobile.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in conducting classroom activities and maintaining the classroom environment.
• Help plan and initiate meaningful learning activities for Head Start children.
• Supervise children and assist in planning and record-keeping.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Associate in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Head Start Teaching Assistant - Cook Elementary

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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, 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
• Two years of experience working with children ages 3‑5 years preferred
• Must be able 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 required
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and insured automobile
• Must obtain a physical and TB skin test and pass all criminal history background checks and E‑Verify

Benefits

• Medical Insurance; low individual premiums
• Vision, Dental, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 2× annual pay Life Insurance Policy
• Employee Assistance Program (all paid for by Child Inc.)
• 10% of annual pay contributed to 401(k) by the company annually
• $300 a year for gym memberships

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Education and Training – Individual and Family Services

Candidates must pass an extensive background check that includes fingerprinting, education/credentials/certifications verifications, and professional reference checks before beginning employment.