Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23; Texas; On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

PSERS retirement system

Paid time off

Job summary

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is seeking a Teacher Assistant – Head Start to support the Office of Early Childhood Services – Head Start. This full-time position serves students ages 3-5 and is based in Montgomery County.

Responsibilities include assisting the teacher, supervising students during activities inside and outside the classroom, and aiding in small-group or one-on-one instructional activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required (must obtain CDA within 18 months of employment); CDA or Associate's Degree preferred.
• Ability to perform physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift 30 pounds, be outside in all seasons, prepare food, hear and see within normal ranges.
• Original certificates of clearance from State Police, Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher by performing essential classroom tasks
• Help to supervise and accompany students during activities within and outside the classroom
• Aid the teacher by working with the students in small groups or on an individual basis in various instructional and learning activities.

Job description

• Position Type:
  Early Learning (Head Start & PreK Counts)/ Teacher Assistant-Head Start
• Date Posted:
  11/5/2026
• Location:
  Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23
• Closing Date:
  11/20/2026

A vacancy exists for aTeacher Assistant – Head Start to work within the Office of Early Childhood Services – Head Start at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. This full-time position serves students ages 3-5 years old.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required (must obtain CDA within 18 months of employment); CDA or Associate's Degree preferred.
• Ability to perform the following physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry thirty (30) pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear within normal ranges, and see within normal ranges.
• Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, the Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the teacher by performing essential classroom tasks
• Helpto supervise and accompany students during activities within and outside the classroom
• Aidthe teacher by working with the students in small groups or on an individual basis in various instructional and learning activities.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 10 months (188 days/year)

Hourly Rate:

• Starting at $19.94/hour for High School Diploma/CDA/Associate's Degree (non-ECE related)
• Starting at $21.08/hour for Associate's Degree (ECE-related)

About Us:

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply:

The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

Key Words:

• Education
• Preschool
• School District
• Montgomery County

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.