Head Start Assistant Teacher - Marion
About the role
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of families and individuals in our communities across nine counties. We believe in the power of collaboration, working alongside for-profit businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and local community members to create stronger, healthier communities.
Responsibilities
The Head Start Assistant Teacher supports the Teacher in planning, implementing, and maintaining a nurturing and supportive educational program for participating children. The Assistant Teacher is the designated lead Head Start staff person at times during the day when the teacher is not present in the classroom.
Schedule
Monday - Friday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Part Day/School Year.
Pay
Pay Range: $17.24 - $19.81 hourly depending on education and experience. Starting rate for this position is $17.24 for all Assistant Teachers that have not obtained their Child Development Associate Certification (CDA), have an Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. All Assistant Teachers are required to obtain their CDA within their first year of employment. HACAP will guide you in obtaining your CDA and once acquired pay will increase to $19.81 an hour.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off and 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Short-Term Disability (After 1 Year of Employment)
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental (Voluntary Coverage)
- Voluntary Insurance Plans
- Health and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Retirement Savings Options Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) or 403(b) plan with a generous company match of or up to 9.44% of your gross wage
- Additional Benefits Corporate Advantage Partnership Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper