Assistant Teacher Head Start

About the role

Arkansas Early Learning (AEL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving vulnerable children and families in Arkansas through Early Head Start and Head Start programs. We provide free educational childcare and daycare programs, along with various child and family support services.

Responsibilities

• Ensure comprehensive Head Start services are provided to enrolled children and families.
• Create rich learning opportunities within the Center environment to support each child's development and education.
• Work full-time 9 months of the year, with a 4-month furlough period from May to August.

Requirements

• Age 18 or older
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Current Pre-K CDA or willing to obtain through our program within 2 years
• Enrolled in a program leading to an Associate or Baccalaureate in Early Childhood Education

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children and your community
• Willingness to make a difference in the development and growth of youth in your community

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create engaging and supportive learning environments
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices

Benefits

• Full-time schedule with weekends off
• 26 paid days off the first year
• Competitive pay with paid training
• Benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance, and more

Pay

Competitive pay with benefits package

Schedule

Full-time 9 months of the year, with a 4-month furlough period from May to August