Community Action Partne·Gering, Nebraska
The teacher aide will assist the education team in implementing curriculum and maintaining a safe, nurturing classroom environment in accordance with Head Start standards. They are also responsible for supporting daily operations, maintaining confidentiality, and engaging with families and the community.
Community Action Partnerships of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) is a non-profit community-based health and human services organization that serves low-income, disadvantaged and those unable to meet their needs through other sources. The agency was established in 1965 and provides services to over 9,000 individuals, children and families in three main areas:
Community Health Services: WIC, Commodity Supplemental Food, Foster Grandparents, Head Start, and Child Development Center.
Clinical Health Services: Primary Care, Reproductive Health, Diabetes Management, Immunizations, Migrant Health, Ryan White HIV; Behavioral Health including Counseling Services, Medication Management, Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Services and Dental Services.
Supportive Health Services: Family Stabilization, a Teen Outreach Program, SOAR, Youth Leadership Program, Youth Shelter and Housing Assistance Programs.
Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
Communities where everyone has an opportunity for a successful life.
The Mission Statement of the Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska is to provide quality services and promote learning opportunities to improve nurture the health and well-being of Western Nebraska communities.
Key beliefs
Integrity—We treat all people with dignity and respect.
Compassion—We believe working compassionately with people enriches all.
Inclusion—We are inclusive and advocate for diversity.
Collaboration—We believe working in partnerships strengthens communities; we seek mutually beneficial partnerships that advance a common mission.
Innovation—We embrace opportunities to learn, grow and make wise choices.
● Health ● Dental ● Vision ● Health Savings Account (HSA) ● Flex Plan ● 401k ● Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance ● Eleven Paid Holidays ● PTO ● Extended Illness (EIB) ● Employee Assistance Program ● Aflac ● Community Discounts ● Potential for Incentive Pay ●
On Call (6-8 hours)
8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Monday through Friday
Job Title: Head Start Teacher Aide Float
Reports to: Head Start Site Manager
Assist the education team to implement the education and family engagement objectives through daily operation of the classroom in accordance with Dept. of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Head Start Performance Standards, Nebraska state childcare licensing, and CAPWN policies & procedures.
Classroom 95%
Paperwork, planning and training 5%
Will work some evenings and weekends for meetings and training.
Occasional out-of-town travel for training.
1. Age 17 or above – 17-year-old employees will not be left alone with children. 2. Basic level of computer knowledge. 3. Experience in working with families from various ethnic backgrounds is preferred.
1. Meet the minimum requirements above; 2. High School Diploma or Equivalent 3. Age 18 or above 4. Must obtain a Child Development Associates credential within 24 months of hire
1. Meet the minimum requirements above; 2. Current Child Development Associates credential.
"We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
Market context
In Nebraska, teaching assistant roles are typically driven by ongoing classroom support needs in early learning and elementary settings, especially where licensed childcare experience and background clearance are required. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with an associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and prior hands-on childcare experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your background check readiness and highlight any relevant classroom support experience in your application.