Job detail
Child Care Teacher Assistant (Head Start)
University of Arkansas System
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/20/2026
Location
Little Rock, Arkansas
Core responsibilities
The role involves assisting lead teachers in creating a nurturing learning environment by designing and delivering meaningful educational experiences that support the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth of children. A key part of the job is fostering strong family engagement and ensuring a safe, stimulating classroom.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or ged along with six months of experience in an early childhood setting. A child development associate (Cda) credential for preschool is required, or the candidate must be enrolled in a cda program with completion expected within two years of hiring.
high schoolClassroom ManagementCurriculum DevelopmentParent EngagementChild CareCooperationAge-Appropriate ActivitiesTeacher AssistantChild Development AssessmentLanguage ModelingECERS Rating
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Vacation Leave
- Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Retirement Matching
- Career Training
- Holiday Leave
- Education Discount
- Concierge Prescription Delivery