Early Head Start Teacher Assistant

Location: Independence, WI
Starting Wage: $16.24 to $23.11 per hour.
Department: Head Start
Shift: Days
Status: Full Time

Western Dairyland Head Start is hiring an Early Head Start Teacher Assistant to work at our Head Start Center located 35480 Sixth Street, Independence, WI. This is a full-time, full-year, 36 hours per week, Monday through Thursday position. The wage range is $16.70 to $23.58per hour.

Head Start promotes school readiness of children under the age of five from income-eligible families by supporting their growth and development in a positive learning environment through comprehensive services, which include early learning, health, and family well-being. We're a mission-driven organization making a positive impact in our community since 1966.

• Supervise children and their activities to ensure their safety and well-being
• Plan and implement classroom activities
• Provide children with a model to support and develop a positive self-concept
• Implement positive guidance and model appropriate practice
• Prepare the classroom, outdoor space, and other center facilities to ensure they are safe, clean, and ready for the daily activities
• Support the inclusion of all children
• Recommend purchase of equipment and supplies
• Maintain attendance records on each child
• Observe children daily for signs of illness
• Assist with developmental screenings and ongoing assessments
• Knowledge of state and federal Head Start regulations;
  Child Care Licensing Rules;
  Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework;
  Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement; and Developmentally Appropriate Practices
• Demonstrate understanding of Head Start philosophy and Western Dairyland Head Start's core values
• Demonstrate sensitivity to culture and family background
• Comply with Policies and Procedures and Standards of Conducts
• Maintain confidentiality
• Complete individual needs assessment and develop professional development goal annually
• Complete a minimum of 25 hours of professional development per year

• To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory and must:
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Be punctual
• Clearance of background checks as required by local, state, and federal regulations
• Physical examination and TB test as required by local, state, and federal regulations

• 18 years of age
• Introduction to Child Care Profession within 6 months of hire
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Registry certificate; are enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire

• CDA Credential or Registry certificate
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have an insured vehicle
• Must meet Western Dairy Land’s insurability requirements
• Current CPR and First Aid certification We offer a complete benefits package including:
  Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave
  • Vacation time accrued at 0.05769 hours per hours worked
  • 25 hours of personal time (prorated at start time)
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour worked
    • approximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employees
    • maximum accrued sick leave of 432 hours
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability agency paid
  401(k) plan with up to a 6% match

  Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution.

  Health Insurance
  • 90% of premiums covered for individual coverage
  • 75% premiums covered for additional coverage needed
  • $3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care
  • Employee Only $38.16per month
  • Employee + Family $112.56per month
  Vision Insurance
  • Employee Only $5.43 per month
  • Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month
  • Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month
  • Employee + Family $21.10 per month
  Additional Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program - fully paid
  • Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)
  • Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments
  • Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes
  • Employees have access to our Discount Marketplace
  • WDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

  Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer.

  Western Dairyland is proud to be certified as a Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace by Family Friendly Workplaces . This recognition reflects our dedication to creating a supportive and flexible work environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. We are committed to policies,…