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Head Start Assistant Teacher (TEMPORARY) - Tracy (#0726B)

United Community Action Partnership, Inc·Murray County, Minnesota

$18 - $27/hr·Temporary·On Site·0-2 yrs
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About the role

Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan engaging classroom activities and maintain accurate records. Support children's learning, ensure their safety during transport, and assist with recruitment and light janitorial duties.

Job Status: Temporary (40 hours/week), 3 Month Position LOCATION: Tracy, MN

Help create an amazing learning environment for young children! As a Head Start Assistant Teacher, you'll work side by side with our Head Start Teacher to spark curiosity, build independence, and inspire little learners - all while supporting parents to become their child's greatest advocate.

What you'll do

  • Team
  • Up for
  • Success: Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan and most engaging and enriching classroom days ever!
  • Stay
  • Organized: Keep everything running smoothly with accurate and up-to-date record keeping.
  • Add a
  • Health
  • Twist: Bring fun and creativity to the classroom with health and nutrition activities.
  • Be the
  • MVP: Step in for the Head Start Teacher when needed - you're the ultimate backup!
  • Pitch In: Help out with light janitorial duties when necessary - teamwork makes the dream work.
  • Promote the
  • Program: Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to spread the word about Head Start.
  • Ensure
  • Safety: Safely drive the Head Start bus and transport children to and from the center.

Skills to wow us

  • You know your way around a computer.
  • You're a team player and can handle tasks on your own like a pro.
  • Reliable? That's your middle name!
  • You're up to speed on child development - or eager to learn.
  • Problem-solving and keeping the peace? Piece of cake!

Education and experience

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • At least one (1) year of experience working with children ages 3-5.
  • A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Degree
  • CPR and First Aid Certification - or ready to get certified.

What’s in it for you?

  • Salary range of $18.06 - $26.55/hour
  • Full-time (40 hours per week), 3-Month Temporary Position
  • Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!

Closing Date

Open to the public until filled.

CONTACT

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. 320-235-0850 HumanResources@unitedcapmn.org

WEBSITE

www.unitedcapmn.org

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years old with one year of experience working with children aged 3-5. Requires a CDA credential or Early Childhood Degree (or ability to obtain one), and CPR/First Aid certification.

  • professional certificate
  • associate degree
  • Teamwork
  • Record Keeping
  • Problem Solving
  • Computer Literacy
  • Reliability
  • Classroom Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Child Development

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Earned Sick & Safe Time
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • HSA
  • FSA Medical & Dependent Care
  • Proximal Health
  • CancerCare
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program

Posting details

Employment type
Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $27/hr
Location
Murray County, Minnesota
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Application
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United Community Action Partnership, Inc

We are a familiar face and trusted friend in central and southwest Minnesota but with a new name. The new name – United Community Action Partnership, Inc. (UCAP) – was adopted through the merging of two organizations (Heartland Community Action and Western Community Action) with...

Salary listed on 12 jobs
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
HQMarshall, MN
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