Assistant Teacher PA

Overview

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MAKE AN IMPACT. CHANGE LIVES. END POVERTY.

JOIN ARKANSAS EARLY LEARNING: BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY BY EMPOWERING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH SKILLS ESSENTIAL TO THEIR SUCCESS.

At Arkansas Early Learning (AEL), we believe every child deserves an opportunity to succeed, no matter their circumstances. AEL was established to serve the most vulnerable children ages birth to five and their families throughout the State of Arkansas through Early Head Start and Head Start. We provide transformational learning programs to vulnerable children within a childcare setting. We offer FREE Infant, Toddler, and Pre‑K educational childcare/daycare programs serving 21 counties with numerous centers across the state of Arkansas.

AEL is more than just daycare! We are educators, even as early as 6 weeks old we are implementing an education curriculum. We also offer a variety of child and family support services in a loving, caring, and safe environment.

Being on our team as a Center Director, Teacher, Assistant Teacher or office personnel at Arkansas Early Learning means you are passionate about a career helping children and your community. You can make a difference every day in a child's life here. We are looking for people who share our purpose and mission, which is to build a stronger community by empowering children and families with skills essential to their success and to provide transformational learning programs to help children and families develop the skills essential to their social competency.

Do you have the right purpose to help them unleash their full potential while unleashing your own?

This entry level position ensures comprehensive Head Start services are provided to children and families enrolled in the program. The Program Assistant/Teacher Aide supports staff in creating rich learning opportunities that build on daily routines and support each child’s development and education.

• Assist in implementing the educational curriculum and daily routines.
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Support staff with observation, documentation, and preparation of learning materials.
• Donate time and energy to help each child develop social and academic skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to promote child growth and family engagement.

• 18 years old or older.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Passion for working with young children and families.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Set full‑time schedule with weekends off, 33 paid days off in the first year, competitive pay with paid training and a benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, life insurance and more.

Salary: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour.

Arkansas Early Learning, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization established to serve the needs of children and families throughout the State of Arkansas.

Arkansas Early Learning is an equal employment opportunity employer and selects the best‑matched individual for the job, based upon job‑related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal or local law.

Sound like the right place for you? Apply now to join our growing team!