Head Start Teacher Assistant

Head Start Teacher AssistantHead Start Teacher Assistant $21.76-$26.10/ Hour, Generous benefits including: paid time off, medical/dental, and paid training. Full time from 7:45AM -3:45PM (2 hours / day of paid prep time). Rutland County Head Start is seeking dedicated early childhood education Teacher Assistants to join our comprehensive, integrated, and family-centered early childhood program. This position is on site and requires a person to be able to reliably commute to Rutland, Vermont. The closing date to apply is August 21st at noon.Teacher Assistants are responsible for:Assisting Lead Teachers with managing a classroomActing as the Teacher in Teacher's AbsenceProviding an effective learning environment within the classroom with the focus on school readiness skillsCollaborating with other staff to support each individual child's needsRequirements:High School Diploma or GED requiredPer OHS requirement, must hold a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education (AA), or be enrolled in a program leading to a CDA or AA within 2 years of employment start datePrevious experience working with children in a classroom setting preferredMust have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation with personal automobile liability insurance coverage at or above the levels mandated by the State of Vermont*Successful completion of a criminal history background check after hireBenefits: Competitive Pay $21.76 - $26.10 per hour depending on credential. Comprehensive Benefit Package 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Career Training and Development Collaborative and engaging team meetings with supervision.Head Start is a federally funded, national child and family development program which provides comprehensive services for pregnant women, children from birth to age five, and their families. Services for children promote school readiness, and include early education, health, nutrition, mental health, and services for children with special needs. Services for parents promote family engagement and include parent leadership and social service supports. Our work is guided by our core values of Trust, Accountability, Respect, Cultural Competence, Person-Centered, and Continuous Learning and Growth. Community Care Network/Rutland County Head Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.