Preschool Assistant Teacher - Head Start Support

Save the Children; Winchester (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability benefits

HSA/FSA options

Life and AD&D

Job summary

Save the Children is hiring an Assistant Teacher for our Head Start program. You will assist the classroom Teacher and support preschoolers' social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth in a safe learning environment.

You will collaborate with families, participate in conferences, and help implement program standards. This role requires CDA credentials or enrollment and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• CDA or state credential meeting CDA requirements or enrolled to complete within two years of hire.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of Head Start/Early Head Start program purpose.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with children and supervise activities to maintain a safe environment.
• Assist Head Start Teacher to plan and conduct activities.
• Support classroom projects, field trips, and learning experiences.
• Maintain developmentally appropriate classroom management.
• Build relationships with families and collaborate with staff.

Skills

CDA credential

English proficiency

Head Start knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

First aid/CPR training

Education

CDA Preschool

High School Diploma

Tools

Online client management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Save the Children is hiring an Assistant Teacher for our Head Start program. You will assist the classroom Teacher and support preschoolers' social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth in a safe learning environment.

You will collaborate with families, participate in conferences, and help implement program standards. This role requires CDA credentials or enrollment and strong English communication skills.