Teacher Assistant

Job Description

This Teacher Assistant role supports the lead teacher in creating a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for children. They help with classroom activities, lesson planning, supervision, child development tracking, meal times, and maintaining a clean and organized classroom. The position also works closely with families through parent conferences, home visits, and community engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities Assist the teacher with daily classroom instruction and activities. Supervise and support children's learning, behavior, and safety. Help document child development, screenings, and progress. Assist with lesson planning, field trips, and outdoor activities. Maintain classroom cleanliness, attendance records, and meal counts. Support parent involvement through conferences, home visits, and events. Ensure compliance with Head Start standards, licensing requirements, and agency policies. Attend required trainings, workshops, and meetings. Report any concerns related to child safety, abuse, or neglect. Help maintain proper staff-to-child ratios and support active supervision practices. Ideal Candidate Enjoys working with young children and families. Organized and able to complete documentation accurately. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Reliable, professional, and positive attitude. Comfortable participating in home visits, parent meetings, and training sessions. Able to step into the classroom lead role when needed.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Skills and Requirements

Position Qualifications:  Minimum of Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and/or North Carolina Child Care credentials  Associates in Early Childhood Education preferred  Minimum of 1 year of experience in direct services to children in a childcare setting  Ability to understand and articulate oral and written instructions.  Ability to work with a diverse population.  Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between various agency sites, community resources, and home visits Preferred  Proficient in conversational Spanish  Experience in a Child Development, Head Start, or Early Head Start organization  Infant/child first aid/CPR; Preschool First Aid/CPR

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].