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Preschool Teacher Assistant, El Dorado

Child Start, Inc.

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Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$16 - $16 / HOURPosted 3 days ago

Location

El Dorado, Kansas

Salary

$16 - $16 / HOUR

Quick overview

Assist lead teachers in implementing learning experiences that support the intellectual, emotional, and physical development of preschool children. Maintain classroom documentation, conduct parent conferences, and ensure a safe, healthy learning environment.

Requirements summary

Requires a current CDA in Early Childhood (ages 3-5) and one year of preschool experience. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and have legal authorization to work in the US.

professional certificateassociate degreebachelor degreeComputer SkillsChild SupervisionClassroom ManagementParent CommunicationLesson PlanningEarly Childhood EducationStudent AssessmentBilingual SpanishPositive DisciplineChild Safety Monitoring

Job description

  • Teacher Assistants for Early Childhood and Head Start programs assist Lead Teachers in planning and implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of children within a safe, healthy learning environment.
  • They encourage the involvement of the families of the children of the program and support the development of relationship between children and their families.
  • Utilizes appropriate language, interactions, and positive discipline.
  • Models Positive behavior.
  • Assists in instructing and supervising children in classroom activities.
  • Assists with implementation age appropriate activities that support the Head Start performance standards and the creative curriculum.
  • Implements and models family style eating during meal times.
  • Continuously monitors children to ensure safety at all times, and report child abuse and neglect when necessary.
  • Assists with administrating screenings, creative curriculum and DECA and DIAL-4 screening.
  • Assists in utilizing curriculum library, trainings, plan, and develop age appropriate activities for lesson plans in conjunction with the lead teacher.
  • Assists the lead teacher in incorporating required activities into lesson plans that support children’s development.
  • Assists in open communication with parents by scheduling and conducting parent/teacher conferences and home visits.
  • Assists as a parent advocate, help resolve issues or concerns that are raised.
  • Assists to inform parents about daily classroom routines, expectations, policies, field trips, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Assists to communicate with parents about incidents that have been observed and/or recorded on site.
  • Assists to complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including meal count sheets, attendance, screenings, parent/teacher conferences, and home visits in a timely manner.
  • Assists to maintain up to date and accurate education folders to include complete incident reports, permission slips.
  • Assists with maintaining accurate and up to date portfolios.
  • Assists with classroom supply lists and inventory.
  • Assists with completion of assessment paperwork, such as creative curriculum checklist, and DECA and DIAL-4 screenings, according to specified timelines.

Benefits

  • Paid Holidays
  • Vision Plan
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Dental Plan
  • Medical Plan

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Child Start, Inc.

Child Start provides early childhood development services that prepare children for lifelong success. We work with parents, child care providers and early educators to create the kinds of environments and experiences that support important early development whether at home, in...

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IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
HQWichita, Kansas

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  • Work closely with EC Manager, Assistant EC Manager, and classroom teaching team.
  • Works with Senior Manager and other content area specialists.
  • Actively participates in meetings which may include management, staff meetings, as requested.

    • Requires

    Current CDA in Early Childhood ages 3-5. One year pre-school experience with children ages 3-5. Computer skills helpful. A love for teaching and the ability to build a trusting relationship with students, teachers and parents. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds for various classroom and event needs.

    Prefer

    Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 9 hours in ECE. Bilingual (Spanish/English)

    • Child Start's Teacher Assistant position starts at $15.50 per hour, depending on education and experience.
    • Child Start offers competitive salary and benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision plans, company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, 9 paid holidays each year, and much more!
    • Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
    • In compliance with KDHE requirements, Child Start will request proof of measles (MMR) vaccination or documented immunity during the employment process.
    • Must be able to commute daily to El Dorado, KS.

    Market context

    Kansas classroom teacher market context

    In Kansas, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by district staffing needs, licensure requirements, and school-year hiring cycles, with candidates competing on subject fit, classroom experience, and certification status. This role is competitive because schools typically look for educators who can manage instruction, student support, and compliance with district expectations; in this posting, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your credentials align with the listed qualifications and be ready to show relevant teaching or instructional experience.

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