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Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site TA

Early Head Start Teacher or Multi-Site TA

Mid-Cumberland Community AgencyAshland City, TN, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Mission Statement :

Mid-Cumberland Community Action Agency will act as a stepping stone to create stronger communities where families with low incomes have opportunities to connect, grow, and maintain dignity.

Position Summary :

This dual-position posting is designed to create a flexible entry point for individuals interested in working with infants and toddlers in our Early Head Start program. Depending on your current qualifications, applicants will be considered for either :

  • Early Head Start Teacher – for candidates who meet the educational requirements for a lead teaching role, or
  • Multi-Site Teacher Assistant (Pathway Role) – for candidates who do not yet meet the qualifications but are eager to grow into the EHS Teacher role. Candidates hired as Multi-Site Teacher Assistants will receive support to earn their CDA credential and may transition into the Teacher role upon completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Early Head Start Teacher and Multi-Site Teacher Assistant duties may include :

  • Support or lead classroom instruction, planning, and implementation of daily lessons and activities aligned with individualized learning needs.
  • Assist in conducting child assessments and using data to guide instruction and developmental planning.
  • Foster strong partnerships with families through regular communication, home visits, conferences, and engagement in classroom activities.
  • Collaborate with families to identify and access needed resources or community services.
  • Assist with meal service, model social interactions during mealtime, and help maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
  • Participate in recruitment and enrollment efforts for Early Head Start and Head Start programs.
  • Collect and maintain required child health and program documentation.
  • Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities at the local, state, and national levels.
  • Support and document in-kind contributions and volunteer hours.
  • Ensure compliance with MCCAA policies, Head Start Performance Standards, DHS Licensing, and NAEYC Accreditation.
  • Education and Experience Qualifications :

    For Early Head Start Teacher :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
  • At minimum, a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent coursework focused on infant / toddler development is required.
  • Experience in a preschool or infant / toddler classroom preferred.
  • For Multi-Site Teacher Assistant :

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • CDA credential or Associate’s degree preferred. (Must obtain CDA in Infant / Toddler within 6 months of hire)
  • Previous experience with children ages 0–5 preferred.
  • Willingness to travel to different classroom locations based on agency need.
  • Growth Opportunity :

    This position provides a career pathway into the Early Head Start Teacher role. Candidates hired as Multi-Site Teacher Assistants will be supported in earning their CDA and may be promoted once all qualifications are met.

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