What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Preschool Teacher Assistant position at Holyoke Headstart?
A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS
WHERE PASSION MEETS PURPOSE
SIGN ON BONUS = $1,500.00
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2026, or until the position is filled.
Preschool Substitute Teacher
A position within the Head Start programs, working with children and families in the center on an as-needed basis.
- Assist:
- with teaching and/or other general operations of the center or on the bus.
- children in classroom activities, both in group and on an individual basis.
- Must continuously stoop, crawl, kneel and bend in order to speak to children at the childs eye level; to play with children and to pick up toys from the floor.
- with daily communication with parents/guardians.
- with food preparation, cleaning of classroom, and any other duties assigned by supervisor.
- Supervise and play/interact with children during outdoor play periods and on field trips.
- Continuously maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom, playground and field trips.
- Maintain a commitment to professionalism.
- Establish positive and productive relationships with families.
Education and Certification Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current Preschool CDA OR
- EEC Lead Teacher certification for Preschool OR
- Enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within 2 years of the time of hire.
Qualities and Skills
- Good verbal and written skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.
- Ability and willingness to work as a team member.
- Ability to maintain and adhere to boundary guidelines.
- Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A, the Substitute Preschool Teacher Assistant is a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.
Pay Rate: $18.45 per hour
Schedule: Varies As Needed
Location: (Springfield, Holyoke, Chicopee): Varies As Needed
Benefits: Paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program
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.