Head Start Teacher Assistant

Job overview

The Head Start Teacher Assistant position is onsite in Saint Louis, MO. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes it as competitive. The role supports the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Head Start/Early Head Start program. The role exists to assist with classroom activities and support children’s development, health, safety, and welfare. It contributes by helping deliver individual developmental experiences and encouraging parent involvement in the classroom.

What you'll do

• Assist in planning and executing classroom activities that provide individual developmental experiences
• support the health, safety, and personal welfare of assigned children
• promote parent involvement in the classroom
• follow confidentiality and child-protection requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head start teacher assistant

saint louis mo

urban league of metropolitan st. louis

full-time

onsite

early childhood education

head start

classroom support

child safety

child development

parent involvement

high school diploma required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary and an excellent benefit package, as described in the posting.

Why this role

High school diploma required; an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and CDA certification preferred. Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification, Safe Food Handlers’ certificate, and a valid driver’s license required.

About the employer

Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.