Teacher Assistant Head Start - Pathways for Children, Inc.

Gloucester - 37.5 hrs. per wk. at 52 wks. per yr.

Pathways for Children- Head Start Assistant Teacher

It takes a big heart to shape little minds.  Do you have a passion for education and are looking for an opportunity to advance your career?  At Pathways, we nurture young children and families and we also invest in our teachers and assistant teachers by offering them mentoring, educational coaching, professional development opportunities, and opportunities to expand your career if you want to do so. We are looking to hire a Head Start Assistant Teacher who will appreciate young children and be supportive of the classroom atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of child development and a background in early childhood education as well as experience working with young children.  We value collaboration and appreciate open dialogue in all our programs and at all of our sites. Our core values are- respect, trust, collaboration, and opportunity.  

$20.50-$27.85 per hour to start depending on Education, Credential and Experience 

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS A TEACHER ASSISTANT IN OUR HEAD START PROGRAM?

• Assist with the activities of the children in the classroom and on the playground
• Assist with the implementation of the curriculum and school readiness goals
• Provide appropriate supervision to ensure a safe and clean environment
• Participate in training opportunities and attend required meetings
• Respect co-workers and families and maintain confidentiality
• Bend and lift to assist children and perform duties

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE A HEAD START ASSISTANT TEACHER? (Only applicants that hold the required certification will be considered for this position)

• CDA Credential or EEC Preschool Lead Teacher certification required
• Minimum of 9 months experience working with children 
• Must be 18 years old or older
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role
• Must comply with all state and federal requirements
• Must complete and satisfy background check protocols

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Fully stocked classrooms and resources support a learning environment and developmental milestones
• Generous Health and Dental Insurance, Life and Long Term Disability Insurances, FSA
• On Going training and professional development opportunities to advance career
• Internal growth!  We often hire from within.
• Retirement Plans such as matching 401K and ROTH
• Earned Time Off (sick, personal, and vacation)

EOE/AA We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQIA+ and educators from communities that are historically underrepresented to apply