Head Start Teaching Assistant: Nurture Young Minds Daily

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC; Dorr Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant to support classroom operations, assist with lesson plans, and help provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for children.

The role requires a Child Development Associate Credential, 480 hours of childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid certification, with pre-employment physical and TB testing. The position is full-time, hourly, and located in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Must meet Head Start requirements, including a minimum of a Child Development Associate Credentials and 480 hours of childcare experience.
• Pass pre-employment physical and TB test.
• Be certified in Infant/Child and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in developing and implementing classroom lesson plans and management.
• Assist in implementing daily group and individual activities to support child development.
• Assist with screenings and assessments of children.
• Assist with preparing and serving meals and post-meal cleanup.
• Assist with diapering and classroom setup/cleanup.
• Ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Complete required documentation and maintain confidentiality.
• Develop personal professional development goals and strive for continuous improvement.
• Communicate regularly and work cooperatively with all staff.

Skills

Childcare experience

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Child Development Associate Credentials

Job description

ALLEGAN COUNTY RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INC seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant to support classroom operations, assist with lesson plans, and help provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for children.

The role requires a Child Development Associate Credential, 480 hours of childcare experience, and CPR/First Aid certification, with pre-employment physical and TB testing. The position is full-time, hourly, and located in Michigan.