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Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Presbyterian Medical Services·Santa Fe, New Mexico

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The teacher assistant works as part of a teaching team to support the orderly functioning of the classroom. They provide an appropriate social-emotional environment to help children learn and grow.

Pay range

  • $18.00 - $18.94 hourly, dependent upon education
  • JOB
  • Category: Childhood education / Eary head start / Head start / Children's services

Position Summary

This position works as part of a teaching team to assist in the orderly functioning of the classroom to provide an appropriate social-emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Position may involve the reassignment to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and possess or be working toward a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent certificate. Applicants must also be able to pass criminal background checks and health screenings.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • CPR
  • BLS
  • First aid
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Early childhood education
  • Social-emotional development
  • Bilingual communication
  • Instructional assistance

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Nine paid holidays
  • Robust training program
  • Free LTD coverage
  • Free discretionary pension plan contribution
  • Employee recognition and engagement activities
  • Free Life insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Posted
Apr 17, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Presbyterian Medical Services

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is the successor to the United Presbyterian Church's Medical Mission work in the Southwest, which began in 1901. In 1969, a New Mexico based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation was formed to ensure continuation of the mission to provide health...

Salary listed on 11 jobs
IndustryMedical Practices
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

New Mexico classroom teacher market context

In New Mexico, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by district staffing needs, school calendars, and subject-area shortages, so candidates should expect competition to vary by grade level and certification area. These roles are competitive because districts look for clear licensure alignment, classroom readiness, and experience that matches the posting; on this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time. Before applying, confirm the exact New Mexico credential requirements and compare them with the posting details.

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