Preschool Teacher Assistant, St. Ignatius- Early Learning Programs

Catholic Charities; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on inspiring brighter futures for children and families. In this role, you will actively supervise and engage with children, ensuring a nurturing and educational environment. The Early Learning/Head Start program offers comprehensive services, and you will play a vital part in promoting health, nutrition, and mental well-being. With excellent benefits such as health insurance from day one, generous vacation time, and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

3 weeks of vacation

13 paid holidays

Paid sick time

Free Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Experience in daycare or preschool settings preferred.
• Ability to engage children in various activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children actively and engage in play activities.
• Complete educational paperwork and ensure compliance.

Skills

Child Supervision

Engagement in Play

Educational Documentation

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

Excellent Benefits:

• 3 weeks of vacation
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Free Life Insurance
• Health Insurance starting your first day (Offering Family Coverage)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k plan including employer match
• And more!

Starting Rate: $17.64-$20.71

Program Statement: Inspiring brighter futures for children, families and staff.

The Catholic Charities Early Learning/Head Start program provides a high-quality, comprehensive approach to services for both children and families that includes early learning education, professional development, family engagement, health and nutrition, and mental health and disabilities services. We serve children and families in eight locations in Cuyahoga County. All of our sites are Gold Level SUTQ Rating.

Actively supervise children at all times and engage in children’s play in all areas of the classroom and all parts of the curriculum including floor play, outdoor/gross motor and music/movement activities.
Complete all educational paperwork and documentation in education databases while maintaining compliance with all federal, state and Universal Pre-K regulations.

**All staff are mandated reporters of known or suspected child abuse**

Learn more about Catholic Charities and our Programs by visiting:

• Overview | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland
• Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School

Preferred: Associates

Experience

Preferred: Experience working in a daycare or preschool classroom.

Behaviors

Preferred:

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred:

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization