Preschool Assistant Teacher - Head Start
About the role
The Assistant Teacher / Bus Driver position at Head Start Preschool in Monroe, NC is a full-time opportunity starting at up to $18.50 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:45 AM to 2:45 PM.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson plans
- Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Maintain classroom documentation and records
- Supervise children in classroom and outdoor settings
- Aid in transportation by driving or monitoring buses
- Build positive relationships with children and families
Requirements
- Assistant Teacher/Bus Driver I: High School Diploma/GED & Child Development Associate (CDA). Six months to one year of related experience preferred
- Assistant Teacher/Bus Driver II: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field preferred. Six months to one year of related experience preferred
- EDU 119 required
- CDL required or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
- CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and TB test, and must submit to random drug screenings
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to actively supervise young children in classroom and outdoor environments, assist children on and off the bus, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- Child Development Associate (CDA) certification
- Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field
- EDU 119 course completion
- CDL license or ability to obtain within 90 days
- CPR and First Aid certification
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of child development theories and practices
- Experience with classroom management and supervision
- Basic computer skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through BCBSNC
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance
- 401(k) eligibility after one year of employment
- Paid time off including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays
- Tuition assistance opportunities
- Employee referral program
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Meaningful work serving children and families in our community
Pay
Up to $18.50 per hour
Schedule
Monday through Friday from 6:45 AM to 2:45 PM
Equal Opportunity Employer
Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UCCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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