Classroom Teaching Aide

We are hiring a Pre‑School Classroom Teaching Aide in our Head Start classroom. These aides will work with children ages 3 to 5. This position is a full‑time, 40‑hour‑per‑week, year‑round commitment. The typical work schedule is 7:45 a.m.—4:15 p.m. The aides will attend a Child Development Associate class on Fridays. You will be in different classrooms throughout the week, so seeing different teaching styles in action is an excellent opportunity!

The Classroom Teaching position offers a competitive starting wage of $18.80 per hour. We also provide generous benefits, which include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• A flexible spending account (FSA)
• A healthcare spending account (HSA) with up to a $2,500 match
• A 401(k) plan with a 5% match
• Short‑and long‑term disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) between Christmas and New Year's
• Up to 192 hours of paid time off each year
• An hour of paid time every Friday for self‑care

We will cover your tuition and enroll you in our Child Development Associate (CDA) course if hired. This course enhances your skills and provides opportunities for career advancement. After you receive your CDA, you will be eligible to apply for the position of Assistant Teacher. Please note that travel will be required to complete the CDA course.

The Classroom Teaching Aide collaborates with a classroom team to deliver high‑quality services to all children and families. They are responsible for the safety, supervision, and activities of children aged birth to five years old in their care within the program.

• High School Diploma
• Enrolled (upon hire) in our Pre‑school Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) program to be completed within one year
• Ability to take direction and converse in English

• Infant/Toddler or Pre‑school Child Development Associate Credential
• Previous Head Start experience
• Bilingual in languages spoken by families served by UCA
• Valid driver's license

If you're interested in becoming a Classroom Teaching Aide, please apply today. We understand your time is valuable, so we offer a quick, easy application process. If you are a good fit for this position and meet the requirements, please complete our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application.

We look forward to meeting you!

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