Assistant Teacher - Head Start

Employment Opportunity

Butler County Educational Service Center

May 26, 2026

POSITION:
Assistant Teacher

STARTING DATE:
August 2026

SALARY: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour, based on education

WORK YEAR:
Full Time - 184 Days

DEADLINE:
Internal applicants 5/30/26, or until filled all other applicants

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

To assist in planning, directing and implementing the curriculum. To maintain the health and safety of children. To provide active supervision of students at all times. Maintain records to document compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, Ohio Preschool Program rules and BCESC regulations, policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Hold a child development associate (CDA) credential, or be willing to enroll in a CDA program that would be completed within two years, paid for by the program, or have an associate or baccalaureate degree (in any area) or be continuously enrolled in a program leading to such a degree.

* Supervised experience with preschool children preferred.

* Knowledge of Early Childhood Development principles.

* Willingness to continue professional education and training, and/or enroll in Child Development Associate training.

* Willingness/ability to work as a team member.

* Good organizational skills.

* History of good job attendance.

* Must pass criminal background checks, be free from communicable disease and provide Medical Statement prior to, or on the first day of employment.