Head Start Teacher Assistant
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Occupation
- Education & Training
- Location
- Muncy, PA, US
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Apply by
- April 30, 2027
About this role
Teacher Assistant - Head Start Program
Help Shape Young Minds Every Day
Do you have a passion for working with young children and helping them build a strong foundation for lifelong learning? Join our Head Start team as aTeacher Assistantand play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can learn, grow, and thrive.This position supports children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through meaningful interactions, individualized learning experiences, and strong family partnerships.
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PAY RATE: $18.09 per hour
Full-time, school-year calendar -- 8 hours x 190 days (summers off!)
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What You'll Do
As a Teacher Assistant, you will partner with the classroom teacher to:
- Create a welcoming, safe, and stimulating learning environment
- Build positive relationships with children and support their social-emotional growth
- Assist with engaging, developmentally appropriate learning activities
- Encourage independence, self-help skills, and positive behavior
- Support children's health, nutrition, and daily care routines
- Collaborate with families to foster children's success at home and school
- Maintain a classroom that is organized, clean, and responsive to children's needs
- Observe, document, and support each child's individual development
- Help ensure compliance with Head Start standards and child safety requirements
- Step into leadership responsibilities when the teacher is unavailable
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who:
- Loves working with young children and believes every child can succeed
- Builds trusting, respectful relationships with families and colleagues
- Is patient, flexible, creative, and team-oriented
- Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills
- Values diversity and enjoys working with children and families from varied backgrounds
- Is committed to ongoing professional growth and learning
About STEP, Inc.:
Lycoming-Clinton Counties Commission for Community Action (STEP), Inc. has been serving the community for 60 years! As part of the Community Action Network, STEP has a long history of providing programs to support needs identified through its Community Assessment. Being a part of STEP, makesyoupart of something much bigger -people helping peopleandbuilding stronger communities!
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED certificate and willingness to obtain Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) in the Center-based Setting within two (2) years of hire; associate degree preferred;
- Minimum of one year of experience working with young children
*Bilingual English–Spanish desirable.