Early Childhood Classroom Aide

Teacher's Aide – Head Start / Early Head Start

Start or grow your early childhood career while helping children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. UCCA is seeking a dependable Classroom Aide to assist teachers in Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms. You will support daily activities, child supervision, classroom organization, and family engagement as part of a collaborative education team.

Starting Rate: $14 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday 6:45am-2:45pm or 7:30am-3:30pm (40 hours/week)

Why You'll Love Working at UCCA

• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through BCBSNC
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) (Eligibility is after one year of employment)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Annual & Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Meaningful work serving children and families in our community

What You'll Do

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and supervision
• Support children's developmental and educational needs
• Help maintain classroom records and documentation
• Assist with classroom organization and cleanliness
• Supervise children during classroom and outdoor activities
• Support family engagement and communication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• EDU 119 or CDA Credential preferred
• Experience working with young children preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Valid driver's license required
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening and TB test, and must submit to random drug screenings.

Physical Demands Must be able to actively assist with classroom activities, supervise children in indoor and outdoor environments, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Equal Opportunity Employer Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UCCA considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.