Teacher Assistant

Job in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, 46804, USA

Listing for: Mybrightpoint

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-17

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support, Early Childhood Education, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 21 USD Hourly USD 18.00 21.00 HOUR

POSITION:
Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant

LOCATION:

Allen

HOURS:

40 hours/week
, school year positions available

SALARY RANGE: $18.37/hr

JOB DUTIES:

Must work collaboratively with the Teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities

Ensure a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active and encouraged toward self-discipline, and self-motivation

Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3)

Assists the teacher to implement the developmental assessment for each child

Plan and assist the Teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities

Guide the child's behavior in positive ways that support total growth and development, and promote self-esteem

Responsible for implementing Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to‑day operation of the classroom

Ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times

SKILLS AND

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a high school diploma or GED

Must obtain Child Development Associate (CDA) certification within two (2) years of employment.

Two years' experience working with preschool children preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Must become CPR and First Aide Certified within twelve (12) months of hire

When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT, HR Dept. or 255

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED
-227 E WASHINGTON BLVD., FT WAYNE, IN

8:00 A.M.

- 5:00 P.M., MONDAY - THURSDAY AND 8:00 A.M.

- 11:00 A.M., FRIDAY

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