Head Start Assistant Teacher
About This Role
This support staff member position at Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties (CAPHR) in Seabrook offers $17.55 – $20.24/Hr. The role requires the appropriate background.
Strong, committed early childhood professionals are invited to join the dynamic team at Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties Head Start.
Head Start offers:
A supportive environment with available on-site coaching and cutting-edge technology for curriculum and assessment implementation
Varied professional development opportunities to advance your skills in early childhood education
A 30-hour per week/41-week per year commitment with a focus on the overall health and safety of the children in the program
CAPHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer
What You'll Do
Job Summary:
The Assistant Teacher plays a key role in forming trusting relationships with children, ensuring their health and safety, and contributing to the overall classroom function.
Requirements
Assistant Teacher Qualifications: Must have a High School diploma or G.E.D and 9 credit hours of early childhood college coursework including 3 hours of child growth and development; be willing to pursue a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA); an Associate's Degree in ECE (preferred).
Physical Requirements:
In the CAPHR Child Development program, a teacher should expect to:
- Be able to run after a child in peril.
- Lift children in emergencies.
- Kneel to address children at eye level.
- Nurture children who may need consoling in the case of challenging behaviors.
- Get on the ground with children in case of fire and help them crawl to safety.
- Be able to demonstrate motor activities that may include running, hopping, jumping, dancing, and full body motions.
- Sometimes get kicked or hit accidentally during exuberant play.
Nice to Have
A positive team environment and collaborative spirit!
A high level of energy and enthusiasm is essential!
A sense of humor and the ability to laugh at yourself are highly valued!
Benefits
Full time position available with a generous benefit & compensation package including:
Competitive hourly rate
Health, dental & vision insurance plans
403b Retirement program with a 10% employer contribution after one year
Paid vacation, sick leave, all major holidays
Agency Employee Assistance Program
Staff wellness program
Limited childcare spots for teacher's children may be available
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Head Start Assistant Teacher role pays $17.55 to $20.24/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties (CAPHR) located?
Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties (CAPHR) is located at 146 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, NH