Impactful Head Start Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency; N C Love Addition (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (TCRS)

Life Insurance

Dental & Vision

Disability coverage

401(k) and 457 savings plan

Job summary

Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency is hiring a Head Start Teaching Assistant in Johnson City, TN. You will support early childhood education for 3–5 year-olds, assist the lead teacher, and help foster social and emotional development in a nurturing classroom setting.

Responsibilities include home visits, parent meetings, and coordination with families to access services. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a path to CDA credential within two years.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and CDA credential within 2 years.
• One year of experience with preschool children.
• Ability to think and solve problems creatively.
• Proficient written and verbal communication.
• Valid Tennessee Driver's License or access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support children's social and emotional development using positive guidance.
• Help maintain a safe, healthy classroom and supervise transportation safety.
• Observe, assess, and aid in planning activities to meet each child's needs.
• Conduct home visits, attend parent meetings, and communicate with families.
• Prepare records, submit reports, and attend meetings and trainings.
• Assist children on and off the bus and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CDA Credential within 2 years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency is hiring a Head Start Teaching Assistant in Johnson City, TN. You will support early childhood education for 3–5 year-olds, assist the lead teacher, and help foster social and emotional development in a nurturing classroom setting.

Responsibilities include home visits, parent meetings, and coordination with families to access services. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a path to CDA credential within two years.