Job Description
Worcester Child Development Head Start is seeking a Teacher Assistant to join its Reggio Emilia-inspired program, where children's curiosity drives learning and families are valued partners in the work. The program serves preschool children and their families throughout the city, with classrooms that reflect the many languages and cultures they bring. In partnership with the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant helps plan and carry out daily learning experiences that support children's growth and curiosity. This role also involves supporting children's care and self-help skills throughout the day, maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment, documenting each child's growth, and helping build strong connections with families.
We are looking for a candidate with an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, along with experience working with young children. The ideal candidate is collaborative, reflective, and committed to ongoing professional growth, and finds genuine delight in being alongside young children as they explore their world. If you believe every child deserves high-quality, joyful, and meaningful learning, we would love to hear from you.
Position Type:Full-time
Salary:$20 to $25 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, 508-799-3020.
Job Requirements
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Work or volunteer experience with preschool children desirable
Bilingual skills desired
- At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
- Associate degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required