What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Child Development Assistants- TCHS Pennocks Bridge (8) position at Chester County Intermediate Unit?
- To assist the Child Development Specialist in planning and executing early childhood activities
- Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with adults and children
- Assist the teacher in carrying out the duties of caring for children
- CDA or Associates Degree, or willingness to attain CDA within one year required
- Previous exprience working in a childcare/preschool setting preferred
- Bilingual/Bicultural preferred
- Current (within one year) State Criminal, Child Abuse & FBI Fingerprint, NSOR Clearance clearances required
- Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire)
- Two professional written letters of reference
- 0 - 4 yrs experience = $17.91
- 5 - 10 yrs experience = $19.01
- 11 - 16 yrs experience = $20.14
- 17 - 22 yrs experience = $21.25
- 23 - 28 yrs experience = $22.38
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29 - 35 yrs experience = $23.49
Placement on scale based on years of experience*
JobID: 4333
Position Type:
Head Start/Early Head Start Childcare Associate
Head Start/Early Head Start Childcare Associate
Date Posted:
5/11/2026
5/11/2026
Location:
TCHS Pennocks Bridge
TCHS Pennocks Bridge
Closing Date:
05/22/2026
05/22/2026
Eight anticipated vacancies exist for full-time Early Head Start Child Development Assistants within the Early Head Start Program in the Division of Student Services of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. These are 260 day positions, working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and will be located in West Chester.
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Summary:
The Early Head Start Child Development Assistant supports early childhood programming by assisting the Child Development Specialist with planning and implementing age-appropriate activities. Builds positive, effective relationships with both children and adults, while helping ensure a safe, nurturing environment by assisting with daily child care responsibilities and classroom support.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Hourly Rate:
The Assistant starting hourly rate is provided below based on candidate experience.
Location:
TCHS Pennock's Bridge
280 Pennocks Bridge Rd, West Grove, PA 19390
Schedule:
8.0 hours per day; 5 days per week; 260 days a year
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
TCHS Pennock's Bridge
280 Pennocks Bridge Rd, West Grove, PA 19390
Schedule:
8.0 hours per day; 5 days per week; 260 days a year
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
Salary : $18 - $23