Early Childhood Teacher's Aide

Reporting to the Site Director, the Teacher’s Aide will support the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher to enhance student outcomes and foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

• Support the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in planning and implementing classroom activities and lessons.
• Foster a safe, sanitary, warm, and inclusive environment.
• Work one-on-one with students who may require extra assistance, ensuring they receive personalized attention to meet their specific needs.
• Communicate observations to teachers to support family engagement and student learning.
• Supervise and aid students during transitions, meals, and naptime, following classroom policies and health and safety protocols.
• Help maintain accurate records.
• Assist with family conferences, school events, and provide staff coverage as needed.
• Assist with small group activities to reinforce lesson concepts and provide additional support to students as needed.
• Participate in professional development and coaching sessions.
• Obtain and maintain certification in CPR and first aid certifications.
• Additional duties related to the running of the school as assigned.

• 18 years of age or older by the start date for the role.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following:
  1) Child Development Associate credential;
  2) Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree;
  3) Currently enrolled in a program leading to an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree;
  4) Will enroll and complete a CDA credential within 12 months of hire.
• At least 1-year experience working with young children in a school or daycare setting, highly preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Dedicated, excited, and passionate about teaching and learning with young children.
• Strong work ethic and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills.
• Reflective and willing to develop and increase capacity.
• Strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM and desire to make a difference in the lives of students, families, and community.
• A physical exam, fingerprinting, and a federal background check are required for this position.

• Frequent movement, including standing, walking, sitting, and transitioning between floor and standing positions.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or position items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to engage in activities at child level, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and sitting on the floor.
• Ability to receive and respond to oral communication with students and adults in both quiet and active environments.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.
• Role requires on-site work 5 days a week.
• Hours are generally 7:45am - 4:15pm.

• Flexible Medical Health Plans, subsidizing the majority of costs for the employee, their spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Choice between a variety of medical plans.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking and transit).
• Fitness and entertainment discounts.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match starting at 4% after one year, with increases tied to DREAM tenure.
• Referral, performance, and tenure milestones bonuses.
• Discounted school meals through in-house Scratch Food Program.
• Tuition reimbursement support.
• Professional development fund.
• School-based Head Start staff have approximately 50 days off throughout the calendar year including holidays, school breaks, and personal days.
• Benefits are subject to change.

DREAM offers a competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience. The incoming annual salary range for this position is $41,000. All regular employees receive annual compensation increases and have the opportunity to earn performance- and tenure-based bonuses. Salary ranges are not capped.