EHS Assistant Teacher
Posting ID: 84
Applications Due 05/01/25
Date Posted 04/07/25
Category Education
Audience Internal
About this position
Parents In Community Action, Inc. (PICA) is a private, nonprofit agency designated by the federal government to operate Head over 2,600 children and families and offers a variety of programs and services.
PICA is currently seeking Early Head Start Assistant Teachers.
Job Title: Early Head Start Assistant Teacher
Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher supports the Teacher in planning, implementing, and evaluating child development experiences for children enrolled in Early Head Start.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
•Full-time, year-round position.
•Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers.
•Ensure compliance with state and federal licensing requirements for Head Start.
•Lead the classroom in the absence of the Head Teacher.
•Support children's learning and development through positive interactions and guidance.
•Maintain a safe and supportive environment for children and families.
•Communicate with parents and staff regarding children's progress.
Experience and Qualifications Required:
•Must have at least a CDA for the infant/toddler age group or an AA degree with infant/toddler coursework.
•Strong communication, record-keeping, writing, and computer skills.
•Experience working in early childhood development and knowledge of child development stages.
•Ability to work effectively with individuals from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
•Dependable attendance is required. Ability to maintain confidentiality, especially regarding sensitive child and family information.
•This position requires repetitive physical activity, including standing and/or walking for extended periods of time, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and the ability to lift and safely carry at least 50 pounds.
Starting Salary: $21.49/hr
Supervised by: Center Director
Date: 06/2024
Excellent working conditions and benefit package including medical insurance, paid dental/life insurance, sick and annual leave, 14 paid holidays, additional paid winter break, retirement and education/training opportunities. Occasional evening and weekend work. AA/EOE
Apply Online at www.picaheadstart.org or in person at any of our locations
PICA is currently seeking Early Head Start Assistant Teachers.
Job Title: Early Head Start Assistant Teacher
Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher supports the Teacher in planning, implementing, and evaluating child development experiences for children enrolled in Early Head Start.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
•Full-time, year-round position.
•Assist in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers.
•Ensure compliance with state and federal licensing requirements for Head Start.
•Lead the classroom in the absence of the Head Teacher.
•Support children's learning and development through positive interactions and guidance.
•Maintain a safe and supportive environment for children and families.
•Communicate with parents and staff regarding children's progress.
Experience and Qualifications Required:
•Must have at least a CDA for the infant/toddler age group or an AA degree with infant/toddler coursework.
•Strong communication, record-keeping, writing, and computer skills.
•Experience working in early childhood development and knowledge of child development stages.
•Ability to work effectively with individuals from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
•Dependable attendance is required. Ability to maintain confidentiality, especially regarding sensitive child and family information.
•This position requires repetitive physical activity, including standing and/or walking for extended periods of time, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and the ability to lift and safely carry at least 50 pounds.
Starting Salary: $21.49/hr
Supervised by: Center Director
Date: 06/2024
Excellent working conditions and benefit package including medical insurance, paid dental/life insurance, sick and annual leave, 14 paid holidays, additional paid winter break, retirement and education/training opportunities. Occasional evening and weekend work. AA/EOE
Apply Online at www.picaheadstart.org or in person at any of our locations