Teacher Assistant (Charleston HS)

DAEOC; Charleston (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick and Vacation leave

Job summary

DAEOC is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support center staff in daily classroom operations and bus duty in a Head Start setting. The role emphasizes active engagement with the classroom, assisting with assessments, and ensuring child safety and supportive communication with families and staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and a CDA; prior experience with young children and low-income families is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CDA certification is required.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDA

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.