Teacher Assistant-Float; Ehs​/Hs

Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). To read more about this, view the EEO is the Law poster.

• You have great communication skills. You are able to develop relationships with teachers, students and parents.
• You’re patient and are able to work with children of different abilities and backgrounds.
• You are resourceful and are able to assist those with different learning styles.

• You will help teach preschoolers or toddlers in a classroom setting, building positive relationships with children and families.
• You’ll have input in developing the learning environment and assisting in the classroom with activities.
• You will work collaboratively with other classroom staff.

• If you have a high school diploma or GED, you’ll need to earn your CDA credential or state-awarded certificate during your first two years with us. We’ll pay for it and help you do it.
• If you have one of these certifications, an Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, you’re already qualified.
• You must have a strong commitment to BI-CAP’s values of collaboration, innovation and compassion for those we serve.
• Preferred experience working with children birth to age 5.
• Applicants must pass a DHS Background Study and meet DHS & MN Rule 3 licensing requirements.

• You’ll be eligible for a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a difference in the community.
• Position involves floating between classrooms as needed. Classrooms could include all BI-CAP Early Head Start and Head Start classrooms and sites.
• Full time, 32 hours/week, year round.
• No CDA: $17.23 - $24.12/hr;
  With CDA: $18.42 - $25.78/hr. depending on qualifications.
• With benefits during the school year: medical, dental, vision, life/add, retirement plan, holiday pay and paid time off.
• Retention bonus eligible.
• Schedule:
  
  M-Th, 8 hours per day; or M-Th, 7.5 hrs/day with 2 hrs on Friday. Schedules approved by management based on program need.