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Inspire Little Learners! Preschool Teacher Assistant (34 hrs, MTh | Paulding Head Start)

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Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission

Paulding, OH (In Person)

$37,138 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/3/2026

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Job Description

Now hiring for the 2026/2027 school year!
Location:
Paulding, OH |
Schedule:
Monday-Thursday | 34 hrs/week | Fridays Off | Summers Off Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission (NOCAC) Head Start Preschool is seeking a caring, dependable Teacher Assistant to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year. If you love working with children and want to help create a positive, nurturing early learning environment, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. This role works as a part of a teaching team at our Paulding Head Start classroom and includes assisting with driving a small school bus to help transport preschoolers safely. No CDL? No problem. NOCAC provides and pays for all CDL training (must be at least 21 years old).
Position Highlights:
Monday-Thursday daytime schedule (Fridays off) 34 hours per week Summers off Collaborate with teachers to support children ages 3-5 in their social, emotional, and educational development Help with student transportation by driving a small school bus (CDL training provided)
Pay:
$16.29/hour starting rate (with a high school diploma or GED) $17.86/hour after obtaining a CDL Higher wages available for candidates with a CDA or college degree
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Short-term disability coverage 6% agency-matched retirement plan Accrued paid time off Paid federal holidays Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as a nonprofit (501(c)(3)) employee
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED (required) One year of experience in an early childhood education setting (preferred). Experience with preschool age children. Must be at least 21 years old Valid Ohio driver's license and insurable under NOCAC's policy Able to engage in active play and movement in a preschool classroom environment If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive team that helps young children thrive, we encourage you to apply . Join NOCAC and help build brighter futures—one child at a time.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$16.29 - $19.42 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person