Teacher Assistant

GCCARD Head Start; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Sick days

Vacation days

Health insurance

Dental plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

GCCARD Head Start is hiring a Teacher Assistant to support the lead teacher, help manage students, and assist with classroom activities and related paperwork. This full-time position spans 42–52 weeks per year with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements include a CDA or AA in child development. Experience in a preschool setting is preferred, with special consideration for applicants who are or have been Head Start parents. An interim path is available for CDA-track candidates.

Qualifications

• CDA or AA degree in child development required.
• Prefer individual with experience as an assistant in a preschool program.
• Preference given to past and current parents of Head Start.
• Interim position for individuals enrolled in a program leading to an associate or bachelor degree or CDA credential program to be completed within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of para-professional tasks under the direction of the teacher; assists in managing students, classroom activities, and paperwork.

Skills

Preschool experience

Education

CDA or AA in Child Development

Job description

TEACHER ASSISTANT:

Salary

($15.00 - $22.03) depending on education and experience, full time, 42-52 weeks per year. Benefit package available. Full benefit package included (sick, vacation, personal days, family health, dental plan, retirement, etc.)

General Statement of Duties

Performs a variety of para-professional tasks under the direction of the teacher; assists in managing students, classroom activities, and paperwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

CDA or an AA degree in child development required. Prefer individual with experience as an assistant in a preschool program. Preference given to past and current parents of Head Start. OR Interim position for individuals that are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire.