Center Assistant Head Start Preschool Program Kno-Ho-Co Ashland Community Action Commission Head Start Make a Difference Every Day! Do you love working with young children? Are you energetic, creative, and passionate about helping children learn through play and exploration? If so, we'd love to have you join our Head Start team! Kno-Ho-Co Ashland Community Action Commission Head Start is looking for enthusiastic Center Aides who believe every child deserves a strong start in life. Our classrooms are filled with curiosity, laughter, discovery, and meaningful relationships—and we're looking for caring professionals who want to make a lasting impact. What You'll Do Support a positive, safe, and engaging preschool classroom. Encourage children's curiosity through hands-on learning, exploration, and play. Assist teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate activities that promote school readiness. Build nurturing relationships with children and families. Help guide positive classroom behavior using effective classroom management strategies. Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming learning environment. Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to create an exceptional learning experience. What We're Looking For A genuine passion for working with preschool-aged children. Experience working with young children is strongly preferred. A positive attitude, patience, flexibility, and a strong team-player mindset. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to encourage children's creativity, independence, and love of learning. Strong classroom management skills or the willingness to learn and grow in this area. A Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is preferred but not required. We welcome applicants who are interested in earning their CDA while working with us! Why Join Our Team? At Head Start, you're more than an employee—you become part of a mission that changes lives. Every day, you'll help children develop confidence, discover new skills, and prepare for future success.

We offer:

A supportive and collaborative work environment. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Opportunities for career growth and advancement. The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. If you're ready to inspire young learners, build lasting relationships, and be part of a team that believes every child deserves the best possible start, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and help shape the future—one child at a time! We are open Monday thru Thursday, an occasional Friday from 8 - 3:30 for classes with children.

Pay:

$14.42 - $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person