What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher position at Worcester Community Action Council Inc?
Our Vision
We strive to break the cycle of poverty by providing economic mobility opportunities for tens of thousands of people annually.
Our services include energy assistance, early education and care, financial empowerment, positive youth development, and career pathways.
What We Offer
- On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
- An excellent benefit package with no waiting period, including health, dental, vision, life/LTD, and 403(b) retirement plan
- Generous paid holiday calendar, vacation, personal, and sick time
- Fair and transparent pay practices
- A pay differential for bilingual employees
Position Summary
Our Early Head Start and Head Start Programs provide a continuum of early education and care programming for families in Southern Worcester County.
We offer weekly home visits from prenatal through age three and transition to center-based programming for pre-school aged children.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Teacher in planning, organizing, and carrying out the classroom program and activities
- Contribute to children's overall growth, self-esteem, social competence, development, and safety
Requirements
- Associate's degree in early childhood education, social work, human services, or related field (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn software and databases used by WCAC
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations
- Positive, friendly, and resourceful demeanor
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Ability to speak Spanish or other languages (a plus)
Other Requirements
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to successfully complete program required Background Record Check
- Evening hours may be required to meet the needs of the families and programs
- Mandatory physical and evidence of negative Mantoux, required by DEEC. Hepatitis B (optional)
- First Aid and CPR Certificates
