Teacher Aide

Help Children Learn, Grow, and Thrive in a Safe and Supportive Environment

Do you have a passion for early childhood education and a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can support learning, encourage growth, and help build strong foundations for lifelong success?

Join our Head Start team and become part of a caring, collaborative classroom environment dedicated to supporting every child’s physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development. As a Teacher Assistant, you will work alongside Co-Teachers to create safe, nurturing, and engaging learning experiences that help children reach their full potential.

Why You'll Love Working Here

- Competitive Pay (Level 15)

Starting at $15.10/hour

- Outstanding Work-Life Balance

Full-time schedule: 40 hours per week, 49 weeks per year

- No evenings or weekends required

- Paid holidays and breaks

- Supportive, team-based environment

- Exceptional Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

- FREE life insurance

- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

- 14 paid holidays annually

- Paid inclement weather days

- Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

- Career growth within Early Childhood Education

What You'll Do

In this role, you’ll support the classroom team by:

- Helping establish a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment that encourages exploration and growth

- Assisting Co-Teachers with lesson planning, classroom strategies, documentation, and developmentally appropriate activities

- Supporting children’s physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development through positive interaction and guidance

- Promoting curriculum goals, including educational, social, and emotional learning objectives

- Incorporating nutrition, health, and self-care practices into daily classroom routines

- Building positive relationships with children and families to encourage engagement in learning

- Preparing classroom materials and ensuring readiness for daily activities under the direction of Co-Teachers

- Maintaining ongoing communication with staff, supervisors, parents, and service providers

- Maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to children, families, and staff

- Participating in ongoing professional development, including trainings, workshops, conferences, and coursework

- Reporting suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with mandated reporter requirements and program procedures

- Supporting additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor

What We're Looking For

- High school diploma or GED required

- Ability to enroll in and complete a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program within 18 months of hire

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Enjoyment and comfort working with young children

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards

- CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain and maintain certification

- Ability to take initiative, exercise independent judgment, and work effectively as part of a team

- Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork

- Willingness to support program operations, including classroom and center-wide needs

The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job-specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Douglass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and Drug-Free Workplace.