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Preschool Teacher Assistant

HCS Head Start
Springfield, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2026

A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Serving children and families since 1965.

SIGN ON BONUS = $3,000.00

Deadline for Applications: January 31,2026, or until the position is filled.

Preschool Teacher Assistant


Successful candidate must –

  • Provide EEC Lead Teacher Preschool Certification OR
  • Possess a CDA in Preschool OR
  • Be enrolled in a Program to obtain a CDA or Lead Teacher Certification through the Department of Early Education and Care with an expected completion date within one year of hire

Starting Salary: $21.37- $24.74 per hour, depending on education and experience

Full Time: 35/40 hours per week

Full Year: 52 weeks per year

Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 hours per week)

  • Birthday off with pay
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick, personal, vacation days
  • 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Unique in-classroom and in-agency support
  • Embedded Professional Development
  • Career-Growth Coaching & Support
  • In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work

EOE/AA

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $21 - $25

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