Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is seeking qualified candidates for a Substitute Head Start Teacher Assistant for Model City Head Start in Pikeville. This position is part-time and will work on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities include:

• Helping children with personal tasks
• Assisting teacher with records of daily attendance and data collection
• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment for preschool children
• Instructing children in the practices of personal cleanliness, self-care, good manners and safety procedures

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate of Arts with classes in Early Childhood and current credentialing as a Child Development Associate or willingness to obtain preferred
• Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of three to five year old children
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and the ability to communicate verbally with children to ensure safe supervision and appropriate instruction
• Physically capable of interacting with young children through running, chasing, bending, stooping, lifting, climbing, and standing
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Hire subject to Head Start policy on required background checks and drug screening.
• Valid driver's license Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is one of a network of more than 1,000 Community Action organizations located across the United States committed to fighting poverty by empowering individuals.

An equal opportunity employer

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$10.50 per hour

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person