Head Start Teaching Assistant Float — Immediate Start

Young World Physical Education; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Pension plan with mandatory contribution

Voluntary retirement savings plans

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kansas City seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant Float. The role supports classrooms and develops curriculum for children's health and cognitive development. Candidates should hold a CDA or be enrolled in a program, with experience in early childhood education and the ability to work collaboratively. This full‑time position offers health benefits and requires lifting and engaging with children at various ability levels, ensuring their safety and development.

Qualifications

• Possess a Preschool Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or be enrolled in a CDA program.
• Successful background check and initial physical/TB screening required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with instructors to develop and implement lesson plans.
• Assist with data collection for developmental assessment.
• Create a safe and healthy classroom environment.
• Engage families in classroom activities.

Skills

Experience working with preschoolers and infants

CDA Credential or enrolled in CDA program

Ability to lift objects/children of at least 40 pounds

Education

CDA or degree in Early Childhood

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree related to the field

Job description

A local educational institution in Kansas City seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant Float. The role supports classrooms and develops curriculum for children's health and cognitive development. Candidates should hold a CDA or be enrolled in a program, with experience in early childhood education and the ability to work collaboratively. This full‑time position offers health benefits and requires lifting and engaging with children at various ability levels, ensuring their safety and development.