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Southwest Human Resource Agency

Assistant Teacher

Pay: $24,461/yr

Posted: 07/16/2026

Location: Lexington, TN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/7/2026

Job Description

POSITION

HEAD

START TEACHER ASSISTANT LOCATION

HENDERSON

COUNTY HEAD START

Work schedule - 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 5 days per week 80 hrs. biweekly. / 40 weeks (10 mo.)

Salary:

Based on education (Minimum salary $11.76 per hr.) Benefits include: 100% premium paid State of TN Health Insurance, 100% paid State of Tennessee Retirement, State paid Holidays, 100% premium paid

Dental/Vision, Life/LTD, Paid Time Off Job Duties Include:

Assist Head Start Teacher in carrying out a program of instruction for a pre-school classroom of up to 20 children, serve as teacher in absence of regular Teacher, make home visits, encourage parent involvement, and work with other staff concerning enrollment and meeting the needs of families.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required; a Child Development Associate Credential preferred; Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred: experience/training in working with preschool children desired; must be willing to continue education. Basic computer knowledge. Must pass physical exam, drug screen, and criminal/fingerprint background check. Applications will be accepted through July 26, 2026, or until filled. Southwest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.