Substitute Teacher Assistant

Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is seeking qualified candidates for a Substitute Head Start Teacher Assistant for Model City Head Start in Pikeville.

This position is part-time and will work on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities include:

* Helping children with personal tasks

* Assisting teacher with records of daily attendance and data collection

* Maintaining a safe and orderly environment for preschool children

* Instructing children in the practices of personal cleanliness, self-care, good manners and safety procedures

Qualifications:

* High school diploma or GED required

* Associate of Arts with classes in Early Childhood and current credentialing as a Child Development Associate or willingness to obtain preferred

* Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of three to five year old children

* Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and the ability to communicate verbally with children to ensure safe supervision and appropriate instruction

* Physically capable of interacting with young children through running, chasing, bending, stooping, lifting, climbing, and standing

* Well-developed interpersonal skills

*Hire subject to Head Start policy on required background checks and drug screening.

* Valid driver’s license

Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is one of a network of more than 1,000 Community Action organizations located across the United States committed to fighting poverty by empowering individuals.

An equal opportunity employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.50 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person