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Washington-Morgan Counties Community Action

Early Head Start Assistant Teacher

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $12.28–$17.90/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Marietta, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$33,340 / year median in Ohio

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Head Start Assistant Teacher Make a Difference in the Lives of Young Children! Washington-Morgan Counties Community Action Program is seeking a dedicated and caring Head Start Assistant Teacher to join our team. This position plays an important role in creating a safe, healthy, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Position Summary The Head Start Assistant Teacher works alongside the classroom teacher to support children's learning and development. The position assists in creating a positive classroom environment, provides encouragement and support to children and families, and helps ensure compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards. Education & Experience Applicants must have a high school diploma and meet one of the following requirements:

Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds CDA requirements; OR
Be enrolled in a program leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree ; OR
Be willing to enroll in a CDA credential program that will be completed within two years of the hire date. Starting pay is based on education level:

High School Diploma:

$12.28 per hour

CDA Credential:

$13.82 per hour

Associate's Degree:

$15.83 per hour

Bachelor's Degree:

$17.90 per hour Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan
Accrued Sick Leave
Accrued Vacation Leave
Paid Holidays Additional Requirements
Successfully pass required FBI/BCI background checks and additional background screening
Possess a valid driver's license
Maintain current vehicle insurance Why Join Our Team?

If you enjoy working with children, value teamwork, and want to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply. This is an opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to providing quality early childhood education and services to our community. Questions or More Information Human Resources - Melissa M McKinley 740-373-3745, Ext. 405

An Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Organization Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$12.28 - $17.90 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person