Head Start Teaching Assistant - Walnut Creek

Child Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

401K with company contribution

Job summary

Child Inc. in Austin, Texas, seeks a Head Start Teaching Assistant (Walnut Creek reference) to support classroom activities for 3–5 year olds during a 10-month term (August–June).

The role involves assisting with learning activities, supervision, and record-keeping under the teacher's guidance. Minimum qualifications include a CDA credential or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education/Development, 3 months of relevant experience, CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days, and a valid

Qualifications

• CDA Credential required for the role.
• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development acceptable.
• Three months of experience with 3–5 year olds preferred.
• Must be able to work at any center regardless of location.
• CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Must have valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.
• Physical exam and TB test required; background checks and E-Verify.
• Employer provides medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and initiate meaningful learning activities for Head Start children aged 3–5 years.
• Assist the teacher in classroom activities, maintaining environment, and supervising children.
• Assist in planning, record-keeping, and other classroom duties as needed.

Skills

Experience with children 3-5 years

CPR and First Aid certified

Driver's license

Background checks clear

Physical TB test

Ability to work at multiple centers

Education

CDA Credential

Associate in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Where your work makes a lasting difference.

If you are seeking a challenge that is highly rewarding on both a personal and professional level; then consider a position with Child Inc where you will contribute to strengthening families and meeting the needs of children. Our employees are passionate about the work they do, in an environment where building success with others is the key to their own success and fulfillment. They are committed to professional excellence, compassionate about the families and individuals served, and supportive of their colleagues and the many volunteers who strengthen our efforts.

• Salary based on position, educational level and experience.
• Employer-paid insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability.
• Optional employee-paid insurance at group rates for additional life and AD&D.
• Education/training opportunities: financial assistance for formal and informal learning.
• Generous paid holiday schedule: comparable to public school calendar.
• Annual and sick leave accrual of one day/month of each.
• Retirement: shared-contribution 401K plans.

Professional Development Opportunities

Child Inc provides ongoing training to ensure that staff is highly qualified and effective in working with young children and their families and encourages efforts toward professional growth in all areas. A mix of seminars, community-led workshops, and formal higher education form the base of our agency’s continuing education program, to which is added an individualized professional development plan.

Child Inc offers a tuition program for approved classes and degree programs, and other assistance is available.

Head Start Teaching Assistant - Walnut Creek

Full Time $22.03 per hour Austin, Texas, United States - 78753

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)

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
• 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

Medical Insurance; low individual premiums

Child Inc employer paid benefits:

• Vision
• 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

Child Inc operates one Administrative Campus and multiple child development centers all located within Travis County.

The Office of Head Start (OHS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), provides grants to Child Inc. to provide Head Start and Early Head Start services within Travis County. Child Inc operates one Administrative Campus and multiple child development centers all located within Travis County.

Child Inc.’s procurement procedures are designed to be in full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to 2 CFR § 200.318-326 and 7 CFR § 226.22. Child Inc conducts analyses to avoid the purchase of unnecessary or duplicative items and will consolidate or break out procurements to obtain a more economical purchase.

Upon signing of the contract, the successful vendor will be expected to sign a conflict-of-interest disclosure, payment policy, confidentiality notice, debarment or suspension status certification, and Child Inc’s waiver of liability.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS:

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP): Janitorial Services Contract

Child Inc., the Head Start Grantee for Travis County, is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide comprehensive janitorial services. These services shall include all required labor, supplies, materials, and equipment. Child Inc. operates an Administrative Campus consisting of five buildings, as well as thirteen child development centers located throughout the City of Austin.

Child Inc. intends to award one or more contracts with an anticipated term of twelve (12) months.

We recognize that the Request for Proposal package includes multiple forms and documentation requirements. Child Inc. staff are available to answer questions, provide clarification, and review any forms that may be unfamiliar. All complete submissions will be reviewed and given full consideration.

A mandatory walk‑through will be held on Tuesday, April 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 818 E. 53rd Street, Austin, TX 78751. Please RSVP no later than 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14, by contacting Annie Meza at 512‑451‑7361.
Submission Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026 – 5PM CDLS Time.

For additional information or questions regarding this RFP, please contact:
Weldon Beard
Phone: 512‑451‑7361, ext. 1148 or 936‑371‑7833

Request for Catering Bids – Child Inc Head Start Community Event