Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant

Salary: $14.20 - $21.84 depending on education and experience, full time, 42-52 weeks per year. Benefit package available. Full benefit package included (sick, vacation, personal days, family health, dental plan, retirement, etc.) General Statement of Duties:
Performs a variety of para-professional tasks under the direction of the teacher; assists in managing students, classroom activities, and paperwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

CDA or an AA degree in child development required. Prefer individual with experience as an assistant in a preschool program. Preference given to past and current parents of Head Start. OR Interim position for individuals that are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire.

Upload resume, transcripts and 3 professional letters of reference. Procedure to Apply for Above Position:
All qualified applicants and eligible in-house applicants can apply online at  OR come to the GCCARD Head Start office at 711 N. Saginaw St, Suite 206, Flint, MI 48503 to complete an application, submit a resume, transcripts and 3 professional letters of reference OR mail items indicated to the address listed above. A complete official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Must have access to reliable transportation. Applications will be accepted until June 16, 2026 4 pm. Eligible In-House applicants are those individuals who have worked for the Head Start program in a full-time, part-time, and/or temporary capacity for at least 12 consecutive weeks within the last 12 months or a GCCARD Head Start parent. All In-House candidates must meet the minimum requirements and submit a separate application, resume, and transcripts for each position applied for.