Sub - Head Start Teacher Assistant

Early Education Assistant

If you are a person who enjoys working with children and values the role of early education, please consider this opportunity! You will enjoy working alongside other dedicated adults to provide exceptional care to children 3 to 5 years old. Assist the classroom teacher in providing each Head Start/GSRP child with a learning environment and communication with the family to help the child develop socially, intellectually, physically and emotionally.

Assist the teacher in involving parents in classroom activities. Support children in their learning environment and varied experiences, based upon their developmental level. Maintain compliance with requirements and standards, including required documentation. The employee fulfilling this job is accountable to the assigned supervisor for completion of assignments and to the high standards of accuracy, attention to detail, and timely completion of work.

Expectations include: a pleasant and professional demeanor, a positive attitude and a willing spirit. The employee must also be willing to engage in professional development efforts as available to the position and requested by the supervisor. The ideal candidate has experience working with preschool age children, has good attendance and dependable transportation. All applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory background check (prior to job offer), have and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to pass a pre-employment physical and TB screen.