Assistant Teacher (Head Start)

Teaching Assistant

$17.99-$29.83 Starting Wage is $17.99

Location: Cuba, NY

10 months

Generally Monday through Friday, generally 8:00am – 3:30 pm, with some evening and weekend work required.

Assures and promotes the delivery of high quality early childhood education services in compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards by working cooperatively with Teachers and parents to offer a safe and healthy learning environment for children.

Pre School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent -or- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in the area of education, social work or human services is preferred. A degree in any area meets qualification requirements. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Current driver’s license with safe driving record

One year experience in an early childhood education program working with young children and their families is preferred.

Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s developmental progress, including children with disabilities and dual language learners.

- This is a full-time 10-month position.

- Choice of 2 medical plans (co-pay or high deductible with health savings account option)

- Dental and vision insurance plan options, generous leave time (up to 4 weeks in the first year of employment) and sick time

- Paid Holidays

- Opportunity to contribute to a 403(b)-retirement plan upon hire with a 5.5% employer match

- Professional development advancement opportunities

- 35 hour work week supports work/life balance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.99 - $29.83 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $30