Teacher Aide

Teacher AidePay Range: $18.72 - $20.00 per hour if certified and $18.00- $18.00 if not certified.Community Teamwork is a private non-profit organization located in Lowell MA. We employ over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change. We leverage our programs, our partnerships, and our collective voice to foster equity, compassion, and community engagement by creating housing, education, and economic opportunities.Position Summary:Teacher Aide will work with the Teachers to create a warm, welcoming and inviting educational environment for children and families.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Must be able to meet all EEC, NAEYC and Head Start performance standards.Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to Head Start/Early Head Start and MA Department of Early Education and Care;Assist with the maintenance of a clean, safe, healthy and developmentally appropriate classroom environment;Assist with individual and group activities in a center-based classroom at the direction of the Teachers.Uphold the values of CTI – Equity, Integrity, Compassion.The duties listed above are representative of the work performed. Other related duties may be assigned.Qualifications:Uncertified Aide - High School Diploma or Equivalent OR enrolled in a Highschool Early Childhood Development program or work experience programCertified Aide- Experience based on education. (3 months if you have a AA or BA, 9 months if you have HS Diploma)6 months to 1 year of teaching experience preferred6 months to 1 year of experience working with low-income individuals or families preferred.Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.Proficient computer skills required in basic computer software and data collection systems.Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or English/Khmer) are a plus.Must be able to show evidence of MMR vaccination and have a recent physical.CORI/DCF review prior to employment which includes fingerprinting.Background check prior to employmentExcellent crisis management skills.Good attention to detail.Compensation and Benefit InformationAt Community Teamwork, our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. We offer:4 Weeks of Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - 12 paid holidays.Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Company Paid Life Insurance – Critical Illness Insurance-Pet InsuranceTuition Reimbursement - Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities5% employer contribution to your 401K retirement account after 6 months of employmentGreat co-workers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action offering a chance to help make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.The base salary range represents the Agency's good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.Equal Opportunity Employer – Vets/DisabledThis is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence.