Teacher Aide

We are looking for a Teacher's Aide who will work with the Teachers to create a warm, welcoming and inviting educational environment for children and families.

Top pay, great benefits, and supportive environment. $18.72 per hour if certified ** and $18.00 if not certified.

At Community Teamwork our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial and emotional wellness.

For Full time we offer:

• Casual work environment
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5000 per year
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Career advancement and professional development
• 5% contribution to your 401K whether you participate on your own or not.
• Great co-workers and a great mission, supportive environment with an outstanding Community Action Agency

**Hired scheduled hours may change from time to time, so flexibility between 6:30 am -5:30 pm is required**

Essential Functions:

Must be able to meet all EEC, NAEYC and Head Start performance standards.

This may be a substitute teaching position depending on need. Responsibilities include:

• Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to Head Start/Early Head Start and MA Department of Early Education and Care;

• Assist with the maintenance of a clean, safe, healthy and developmentally appropriate classroom environment;

• Assist with individual and group activities in a center-based classroom at the direction of the Teachers.

Qualifications:

• Uncertified Aide - High School Diploma or Equivalent OR enrolled in a Highschool Early Childhood Development program or work experience program - $18.00 per hour.
• Certified Aide- Experience based on education. (3 months if you have a AA or BA, 9 months if you have HS Diploma) - $18.72 per hour.
• 6 months to 1 year of teaching experience preferred
• 6 months to 1 year of experience working with low income individuals or families preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient computer skills required in basic computer software and data collection systems.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or English/Khmer) are a plus.
• Must be able to show evidence of MMR vaccination and have a recent physical.
• CORI/DCF review prior to employment which includes fingerprinting.
• Background check prior to employment
• Excellent crisis management skills.
• Good attention to detail.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Vets/Disabled