Worcester Community Action Council Inc·Webster, Massachusetts
Collaborate with the Lead Teacher to plan and execute classroom activities that support children's growth, social competence, and self-esteem. Provide early education and care programming for families within the Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
Description Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty one neighbor at a time.
Through safety-net services and asset building solutions, Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) creates economic mobility opportunities for tens of thousands of people annually through programs such as energy assistance, early education and care, financial empowerment, positive youth development, and career pathways.
WCAC serves 45 towns in Central and South-Central Massachusetts with offices located in Worcester, Southbridge, Webster, and East Brookfield.
We are a team of 135 employees and an annual budget of approximately $30 million.
We are committed to a workplace culture with a shared passion for our vision that promotes teamwork, respect, and the opportunity to make a difference.
A great environment focused on relationships and quality services. WCAC provides on-the-job training and professional development opportunities. As well as an excellent benefit package with no waiting period to enroll in health, dental, vision, life/LTD, and 403(b) retirement plan. Generous paid holiday calendar, 3 weeks paid vacation, 3 wellness days, sick time and summers off. In addition to fair and transparent pay practices, we offer an additional pay differential to bilingual employees.
Through our Early Head Start and Head Start Programs, WCAC provides a continuum of early education and care programming for families throughout Southern Worcester County prenatally through kindergarten enrollment. We strive to support positive parent/child interactions through developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for the whole family to participate in. We currently operate three Head Start Centers in East Brookfield, Southbridge, and Webster providing preschool programming. The Teacher Assistant will work with the Lead Teacher to plan, organize and carry out the classroom program and activities that contribute to children's overall growth, self-esteem, social competence, and development This position may be travelling to the different centers. For more information, please see full job description here - Teacher Assistant
Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At WCAC we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace so if you are excited about this position, but don't meet all of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyways. Associate’s degree in early childhood education, social work, human services, or related field required with a commitment to continue education toward earning a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn software and databases used by WCAC. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Positive, friendly, and resourceful demeanor required. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Ability to speak Spanish or other languages, a plus. Department of Early Education and Care License Other Requirements: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Job site may change based on program needs. Ability to successfully complete a CORI/SORI/DCF review annually. Evening hours may be required to meet the needs of the families and programs. Mandatory physical and evidence of negative Mantoux, required by DEEC. Hepatitis B (optional) First Aid and CPR Certificates.
Worcester Community Action Council, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental ability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, membership in the uniformed services or any other classification which is protected under state or federal law.
Market context
Teacher assistant openings in Massachusetts often reflect steady demand in early childhood and classroom settings, especially where schools and centers need support with instruction, supervision, and daily routines. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for state licensing qualifications, prior classroom or early childhood experience, and sometimes an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensing status and background clearance readiness before applying.