What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Teaching Assistant position at ACCORD Corporation?
Position Title: Head Start Teaching Assistant
Location(s): Bolivar, Cuba, Wellsville
Pay Rate: $14.30 with a Pre-School Child Development Associate credential, $14.59 with an Associate degree in any area, and $14.88 with a Bachelors degree in any area.
Work Year: 10 months
Work Hours: Generally 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Mondays through Thursdays, 8:00am-3:30pm on Fridays, with some evening and weekend work required.
Job Summary: Assures and promotes the delivery of high quality early childhood education services in compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards by working cooperatively with Teachers and parents to offer a safe and healthy learning environment for children. Serves as an active member of the ACCORD team by supporting ACCORD Corporation objectives.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION: Pre School Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent -or- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in the area of education, social work or human services is preferred. A degree in any area meets qualification requirements.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Current driver’s license with safe driving record.
EXPERIENCE: One year experience in an early childhood education program working with young children and their families is preferred.
Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s developmental progress, including children with disabilities and dual language learners.
Resume / Application Closing Date: Until Filled
Please Submit Cover Letter, Resume and ACCORD Application To:
Trina LaFleur, Human Resources Director
ACCORD Corporation | P.O. Box 573 | 84 Schuyler Street | Belmont, NY 14813
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.30 - $14.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 Full Vaccination Required
Work Location: One location