Preschool Teacher Assistant

Works directly under the Head Start teacher in administering the Head Start Performance Standards and DCFS Licensing Standards and implementing the program’s policies and procedures.

· Assists the Head Start teacher in the day-to-day operations of the Head Start center and classroom management.

· Assists the Head Start teacher in providing developmentally appropriate activities as instructed by teaching staff, promotes health, nutrition, and education of the children, and attends to their safety and welfare.

· Maintains an effective working relationship with supervisor(s), staff, Head Start children, and families.

· Assists the teacher in establishing and maintaining an efficient and effective record-keeping system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related degree with coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education and one year experience teaching preschool age children preferred; minimum requirement: high school diploma or equivalent and possess a preschool CDA or meet all requirements to submit an application to obtain a preschool CDA within 12 weeks of hire.

· Must meet the agency, Head Start Program Performance Standards, and IL Department of Child and Family Services applicable requirements for position.

1. Complete and pass pre-employment physical, obtain current (within past 6 months) 2-step TB test results, provide immunizations records that reflect 2 doses of MMR (mumps, rubella, and measles) and one Tdap (within last 7 years), and continue to complete on-going health testing as required by program.

2. Furnish written information regarding any criminal convictions, submit to fingerprinting, and comply to and pass a background check before initial hire and every five years thereafter.

3. Obtain and maintain current CPR and first aid certification within 90 days of hire.

4. Must be at least 19 years of age.

· Must be able to fluently speak the language spoken by the majority of families and children in the class.

· Exhibit excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to get along with children, parents, and other co-workers.

· Organization and problem solving skills required.

· Must perform all duties in a timely and professional manner.

· Must be punctual and maintain good work attendance.

· Must have the ability to work as a team player and maintain a positive work environment with co-workers.

· Must have the ability to operate a personal computer and software to access electronic mail and word processing programs.

· Must demonstrate maturity and self-motivation.

· Must possess a positive and professional image.

· Must have reliable transportation to travel to/from work, meetings, and other work activities.

· Continues professional growth by participating in training programs and workshops/ conferences as budget allows and as applicable to position.

· Must support the mission, goals and objectives of Head Start and C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.03 - $21.11 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least a high school diploma or equivalent?
• Are you at least 18 years of age?
• Do you have experience working with preschool age children?

Ability to Relocate:

• Taylorville, IL 62568: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $21