Teacher Assistant (Chaffee HS)

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation; Chaffee (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Employer subsidized retirement plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation seeks a Teacher Assistant to support staff in operation of the center and classroom. Responsibilities include daily bus duty, assisting with activities, and ensuring safety and engagement of children.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or CDA, with experience working with young children and low-income families. Salary ranges from $15.00 to $21.00 per hour, based on education level, with benefits included.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and CDA required.
• Experience working with young children and low income families.
• Salary based on education level (varies with degree).

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties according to Head Start Performance Standards and Policies.
• Assist classroom teacher and engage in classroom operations.
• Assist with assessments and screenings as directed.
• Ensure no child is left alone.
• Maintain appropriate voice tone with children, families, staff and public.
• Assist with data entry as directed.

Skills

Communication with families

Classroom support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDA certification

Bachelor's degree (advantage)

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Teacher Assistant will work cooperatively, assisting the center staff with the operations of the center/classroom, doing daily bus duty and other duties as deemed necessary.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Carry out assigned duties according the Head Start Performance Standards and Program Policies and Procedures.
2. Assist classroom teacher and be actively engaged and involved in the operations of the classroom.
3. Assist with any assessments and screenings as directed.
4. Assure that no child is left alone.
5. Ensure proper voice tone is used with children, families, staff and public.
6. Assist with data entry as directed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent and CDA is required as well as experience working with young children and low income families

Salary is based on education level ($15.00 - 21.00 per hour).

Base pay for teachers possessing a Bachelor's degree = $21.00 per hour.

GREAT BENEFITS!

• Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employer subsidized retirement plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick and Vacation leave

DAEOC is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin or other protected classification.