Part-Time Teacher Assistant - Early Head Start
Chambliss Center for Children · Chattanooga, TN · 6 days ago
Education$13/hrPart-time
About the role
Do you love working with young children and have experience in early childhood education? Chambliss Center for Children is looking for a part-time Teacher Assistant to support our Early Head Start classrooms (ages 8 weeks-3 years).
Responsibilities
- Support lead teachers during lunch coverage and throughout the day as needed
- Step into classrooms (infants, 1s, and 2s) to maintain smooth routines and ratios
- Engage children in nurturing, age-appropriate play and learning activities
- Help create a safe, clean, and responsive classroom environment
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
- Auxiliary with daily care routines and respond to children’s needs with patience and care
Requirements
- Child Development Associate (CDA) required (or higher degree in early childhood or related field)
- Experience working with infants and/or toddlers in a classroom setting
- A dependable, flexible approach—you’re comfortable jumping in where needed
- A warm, patient, and team-oriented attitude
- Ability to pass a fingerprint background check
Qualifications
Competitive pay based on education and experience
A consistent, family-friendly part-time schedule
Meaningful work supporting children during their most important developmental years
A supportive team environment rooted in compassion and care
Benefits
- Paid sick leave
- Optional dental/vision insurance
- Discounted childcare