Child, Inc.·Manor, Texas
The Teacher Aide assists in planning and initiating learning activities for children aged 3-5 years within a Head Start classroom. They are responsible for maintaining the classroom environment, supervising children, and performing record-keeping duties.
Position Purpose The Teacher Aide is a member of the classroom team and helps plan and initiate meaningful learning activities for Head Start children ages 3-5 years. The Teacher Aide assists the teacher in conducting classroom activities, maintaining classroom environment, and supervising children and may also assist in planning and record keeping and other classroom related duties. (This is a 10-month position August - June)
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential required Associate in Early Childhood Education or Child Development also acceptable Three (3) months of experience working with children 3 5 years preferred Must have the ability to work at any center regardless of location Must be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid within 30 days of employment Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Must possess valid driver's license and insured automobile Must obtain a physical and TB skin test and must pass all criminal history background checks and E-Verify
Medical Insurance; low individual premiums Child Inc employer paid benefits: Vision Dental Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 2x the value of annual pay Life Insurance Policy Employee Assistance Program all paid for by Child Inc. 10% the value of your annual pay infused into your 401k by the company annually $300 a year for gym memberships
Candidates must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Applicants must also possess a valid driver's license, pass criminal background checks, and obtain Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.
Market context
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