Assistant Teacher (Early Head Start)

Join us at Ulster County Community Action Committee in Kingston as a Full Time Assistant Teacher for our Early Head Start program. Working onsite, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of young children in our community. Your passion for early childhood education will shine as you assist in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for our little learners. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. At a competitive rate of $16.89/hr, you'll be fairly compensated for your dedication and hard work. Apply now and be part of a team that values your contributions.Are you excited about this Assistant Teacher (Early Head Start) job?As a new Assistant Teacher for our Early Head Start program, you'll provide support to the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and activities. Your role includes assisting with meal times, diaper changes, and ensuring a safe and clean environment for the children. You'll engage in play-based learning activities, observe children's progress, and communicate effectively with parents and staff to promote each child's development. Your willingness to learn and grow in this role will be essential as you work collaboratively with the team to meet the needs of the children and families we serve.Are you the Assistant Teacher (Early Head Start) we're looking for?Successful candidates for the Assistant Teacher (Early Head Start) position should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with a passion for working with young children. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential in this role to interact effectively with children, families, and colleagues. Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude are key traits that will help you thrive in a fast-paced early childhood education environment.The ability to follow directions, work collaboratively with a diverse team, and adapt to changing priorities will be critical to your success in supporting the educational and developmental needs of the children in our program.Join our team today!If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. Best of luck!