Teacher Assistant

Community Action Agency
Any Location, MI
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

Support a lead teacher in planning and implementing a preschool classroom in compliance with Head Start, GSRP, and MDHHS licensing requirements. Work closely with program staff and community partners to fulfill the objectives of Head Start/GSRP and Community Action Agency.

What You Will Do

Support a developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive classroom environment, develop lesson plans, assess children, complete home visits, parent-teacher conferences, and family engagement events, and participate in team meetings and case conferences.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must be able to pass background checks, have reliable transportation, and demonstrate computer skills, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

  • Child Development Associate Certificate
  • One year experience working with children in a preschool classroom setting
  • Training in Creative Curriculum and TS Gold
  • Reliable transportation
  • Competency in reading, mathematical, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Knowledge of community resources, organizational, and time management skills
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team approach
  • Independent judgement to complete routine tasks
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with people of all economic levels, cultures, and capabilities
  • Ability to mediate and diffuse difficult situations

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Healthcare
  • Retirement plan
  • Learning budget
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness program
  • Visa/relocation assistance
  • Remote flexibility
  • Stipends
  • Bonus/commission
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