Preschool Teacher Assistant — Full-Time, Play-Based Learning

Blue Valley Community Action Partnership; Wymore (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Valley Head Start in Wymore, NE is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support the lead teacher in delivering play-based learning and to help promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in preschoolers. The role focuses on building positive relationships with children, families, and staff in a safe, engaging classroom.

The position is full-time (36 hours/week), Monday–Friday, with summers off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a CDA or other qualifying early childhood credential as required by BVCAChildren Services conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning activities.
• Promote children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Assist with child assessments and documentation.
• Foster a classroom environment that encourages family engagement and community partnerships.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Early childhood support

Family engagement

Classroom safety & documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or qualifying early childhood credential

Job description

Blue Valley Head Start in Wymore, NE is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support the lead teacher in delivering play-based learning and to help promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in preschoolers. The role focuses on building positive relationships with children, families, and staff in a safe, engaging classroom.

The position is full-time (36 hours/week), Monday–Friday, with summers off.