Preschool Special Ed Assistant — Free CDA Training

Astor Services Inc.; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child Development Associate credential

Job summary

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants for Head Start in Kentucky. This full-time role supports instruction, supervision, and family well-being for 3- and 4-year-olds, with a 35-hour workweek across the year.

The position offers growth opportunities and a no-cost credential training (Child Development Associate) while collaborating with a dedicated professional team. Commitment to safety and health practices is required daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with the population served is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates a well-organized learning environment for children that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment.
• Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children.
• Incorporates a variety or experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children's emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development.
• Able to work as a team member.
• Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Play-based learning

Classroom management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants for Head Start in Kentucky. This full-time role supports instruction, supervision, and family well-being for 3- and 4-year-olds, with a 35-hour workweek across the year.

The position offers growth opportunities and a no-cost credential training (Child Development Associate) while collaborating with a dedicated professional team. Commitment to safety and health practices is required daily.