What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Assistant Teacher - Denison position at Iowa Community Action Association - West Central Community Action?
West Central Community Action seeks an Assistant Teacher for our Denison Head Start Program. Duties include assisting teacher in planning, volunteer recruitment, classroom activities, home visits, reporting, and other activities. Assistant Teachers are appropriate role models for children and parents through exhibiting good communication, problem solving and overall positive attitude.
Assistant Teachers must have the ability to work with children and families from various cultural, economic & social backgrounds. BA/BS or AA/AS Degree in Early Childhood or Education preferred.
May consider High School/GED in lieu of college requirement.
Valid, active and current driver's license, dependable transportation and current & valid auto liability insurance are required for this position.
This position is scheduled 40 hours per week, 38-weeks per year and will work with 3 - 5 year old children. Our 38 week schedule begins in August and will end in May.
Benefits include Health, dental and life insurance, vacation/sick pay, paid holidays, IPERS and 403(B) retirement programs.
All WCCA Head Start staff members are required to complete background check which includes fingerprinting.