What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher Assistant position at Holyoke-Chicopee-Springfield Head Start?
A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS Celebrating over 50 years of quality services for children and families! SIGN ON BONUS = $1,000.00 All positions require experience with and sensitivity to the needs of lower income, culturally diverse, and at-risk families. Bilingual and/or bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. HCS Head Start, Inc. requires all staff to be FULLY vaccinated. Deadline for Applications: February 28, 2023 or until position is filled. Preschool Teacher Assistant A position within the Head Start programs, working with children and families in the center on an as-needed basis.
- Assist
- with teaching and/or other general operations of the center or on the bus.
- children in classroom activities, both in group and on an individual basis. Must continuously stoop, crawl, kneel and bend in order to speak to children at the childs eye level; to play with children and to pick up toys from the floor.
- with daily communication with parents/guardians.
- with food preparation, cleaning of classroom, and any other duties assigned by supervisor.
- Supervise and play/interact with children during outdoor play periods and on field trips. Continuously maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom, playground and field trips.
- Maintain a commitment to professionalism.
- Establish positive and productive relationships with families.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current Preschool CDA OR
- EEC Lead Teacher certification for Preschool OR
- Enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within 2 years of the time of hire.
- Good verbal and written skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
- Ability and willingness to work as a team member.
- Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
- Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A, you are a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.
Preschool Teacher Assistant - Full Year
Holyoke Headstart -
Springfield, MA
