Part Time Teacher Assistant - Head Start Program

Southwestern Community Services

Claremont, NH 03743, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Education

Job Description

Part-Time Teacher Assistant (PTTA) - Head Start Program

Position Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Part-Time Teacher Assistant (PTTA) to join our team. Under the direction of the Teacher, the PTTA will ensure the safety of all children and create a warm, caring, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. This role supports the Teacher and Full-Time Teacher Assistant in implementing the Creative Curriculum in accordance with NH State Child Care Licensing Rules, Head Start Performance Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
Create a supportive and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Assist in implementing the Creative Curriculum.
Collaborate with the Teacher and Full-Time Teacher Assistant.
Adhere to NH State Child Care Licensing Rules, Head Start Performance Standards, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.

What we Value:

Teamwork and Collaboration
Trustworthiness
Adaptability and Flexibility
Compassion
Creativity and Innovation
Dependability
Judgment
Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: 3 ECE credits (including child growth and development) and enrollment in an ECE program.
Preferred Requirements: Associate degree in ECE or a related field with 12 credits in Early Childhood Education.
Must pass fingerprinting and criminal record check before hire.
Classroom experience with preschool children.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Make a difference in the lives of children and families.
Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Position Details:

Part-Time, school year schedule (mid-August to mid-June).
Summers off.
Pay Rate: $16.21-$20.53 depending on education
Position Available in Claremont

Company DescriptionFounded in 1965, Southwestern Community Services (SCS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families in Cheshire and Sullivan counties of New Hampshire. As one of the state's five Community Action Agencies, SCS collaborates with local communities to provide resources, programs, and services that promote self-sufficiency and improve quality of life.

SCS offers a diverse range of services, including energy assistance, affordable housing, early childhood education through Head Start, workforce development, transportation, and emergency support. By addressing immediate needs and fostering long-term solutions, SCS helps individuals and families overcome challenges and build a path toward a brighter future.

Guided by a vision where poverty is never accepted as a permanent condition, SCS remains committed to its mission of providing direct assistance, reducing stressors, and advocating for those in need. Through partnerships and community collaboration, SCS continues to make a positive impact in the lives of its neighbors.

Company Description

Founded in 1965, Southwestern Community Services (SCS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families in Cheshire and Sullivan counties of New Hampshire. As one of the state's five Community Action Agencies, SCS collaborates with local communities to provide resources, programs, and services that promote self-sufficiency and improve quality of life.\r\n\r\nSCS offers a diverse range of services, including energy assistance, affordable housing, early childhood education through Head Start, workforce development, transportation, and emergency support. By addressing immediate needs and fostering long-term solutions, SCS helps individuals and families overcome challenges and build a path toward a brighter future.\r\n\r\nGuided by a vision where poverty is never accepted as a permanent condition, SCS remains committed to its mission of providing direct assistance, reducing stressors, and advocating for those in need. Through partnerships and community collaboration, SCS continues to make a positive impact in the lives of its neighbors.