Teacher Assistant - Head Start

JOIN OUR TEAM AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Action Inc is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing pathways to economic stability in Southwest Montana through innovative, community-based, collaborative approaches.

We are currently seeking an energetic person to join our team in the position of Head Start Teacher Assistant. Through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style guided by the objectives of the organization, the position plays an integral role in the administration of Community Action programs. The successful candidate is responsible for assisting with the instruction of preschool children in activities designed to promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. This position will be a member of the Mining City Head Start #1 Local #4419, MEA-MFT, AFT, AFL-CIO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the classroom teacher in supervising preschool children in activities that are designed to promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth; as defined by the Head Start Performance Standards, as well as, the Head Start Act.
• Responsible for the implementation of School Readiness activities that promote a successful transition to Kindergarten.

Requirements:

• Child Development Associate (CDA); or
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood; or
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field; or
• 1 year of experience and must obtain CDA within 2 years.

Benefits:

• Optional group medical, vision, dental and life insurance. Benefit includes employer contribution.
• Retirement benefits through the Montana Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Benefit includes employer contribution.

This position will be open until filled Action Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Jamie Paul at 406-533-6858 or jpaul@action-inc.org.