Teacher Assistant (Preschool) - Good Shepherd Early Learning Programs (Euclid)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to inspire brighter futures for children and families. In this rewarding role, you will create and deliver high-quality educational experiences for young children, ensuring their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. You will actively engage with children in play and learning activities while maintaining compliance with educational standards. This position offers a supportive environment with excellent benefits, including health insurance from day one and generous vacation time. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

3 weeks of vacation

13 paid holidays

Paid sick time

Free Life Insurance

Health Insurance starting your first day

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan including employer match

Qualifications

• High School diploma required, Associate's preferred.
• Strong team player with leadership qualities and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver educational experiences for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Supervise children and engage in play across various activities.
• Complete educational paperwork and maintain compliance with regulations.

Skills

Team Player

Leadership

Enthusiasm

Dedication

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 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.

What You Will Do:

• Create and deliver high-quality educational experiences utilizing the Creative Curriculum to children 6 weeks to 5 years old while ensuring the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of children at all times.
• 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

Behaviors

Preferred:

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• 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