Assistant Teacher - Early Head Start
Child Focus Inc·Cincinnati, Ohio
Child Focus Inc·Cincinnati, Ohio
The Assistant Teacher is responsible for implementing a research-based curriculum and engaging with infants and toddlers to foster growth. Duties include classroom setup, maintenance, and providing essential care such as diaper changing.
Description We invest in you while working together to strengthen our community. Infant/Toddler Early Head Start Assistant Teacher Child Focus 4629 Aicholtz Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45244 - Clermont County
Available between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
18.17 with CDA Preferred candidates will: Relate positively with young children and families Be passionate about providing quality care and learning opportunities as well as a safe environment for young children Work cooperatively with other team members Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and grow. Love children and wish to work in a team-oriented environment Meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency Have knowledge and interest of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children Have previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred, but not required as training provided Child Focus is seeking a dedicated early childhood professional to serve as an Infant/Toddler Early Head Start Assistant Teacher in an Infant Toddler Classroom implementing a research-based curriculum. Duties include set up and maintenance of classroom, engaging with infants and toddlers, diaper changing and fostering learning and growth. Child Focus is a 5 STAR rated Step Up to Quality Program and provides high quality early childhood services.
Medical, vision, dental insurance, and EAP program. Health Savings and Flex Spending account options with agency match. 10 days of PTO for first-year employees and seasonal staff Extended illness benefits. 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer match. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness program eligibility and tuition reimbursement. Paid internships. Childcare with 25% employee discount. Employee wellness benefits. Paid Continued Education Trainings Great Work Life Balance! Growth and Advancement Opportunities. Leadership is committed to promoting from within and growing the next generation of leaders. Personal and professional value in the work they do to support children, families and adults. Employees are highly engaged. Free continuing education. Child Focus financially supports employee’s professional development.
Degree Required: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential
Market context
In Ohio, teaching assistant roles are typically in steady demand because schools need dependable support staff who can work with children in classroom and activity settings. These positions are competitive when candidates can meet state or accreditation requirements, show reliability, and bring the energy and physical engagement needed for indoor and outdoor work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and highlight child-focused experience in your application.