Are you ready to make a difference in children's lives? Head Start and Early Head Start are dedicated to providing quality education and care to children and families. Join us as we lead the way in early childhood education. We are hiring Teacher Assistants with daycare or preschool experience to assist the teacher in classroom activities in our Head Start centers. Share responsibility for the health, education, and welfare of children ages 0 to 5 years old. We offer paid time off, health benefits and a 4-day workweek!!! You heard that right! $14.05+ /hr. Pay based on qualifications.
Possible Locations: Please be sure to visit our website, www.cmca.us for specific addresses.
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Warsaw, MO
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Mexico, MO
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Hermitage, MO
Job Duties:
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Ensure positive guidance when interacting with children.
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Ensure a secure, health-conscious, and well-organized setting to accommodate the needs and requirements of infants and toddlers.
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Maintain the health and safety of children under the care of CMCA
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Create and maintain a nurturing environment where both children and parents feel comfortable and welcome.
Job Requirements:
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Must have a high school diploma or GED.
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Daycare, preschool, or childcare work experience is helpful.
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Prefer CDA or related Associate's degree
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Tailor approaches to meet the individual needs of the children.
Benefits:
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Paid time off and holiday pay
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Health, dental and vision insurance
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403 b Retirement Plan
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Employee Assistance Program
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4-day work week (Tuesday - Friday)
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Two week paid winter break
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Opportunities for advancement
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Professional Development opportunities
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CMCA Swag
Schedule:
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10 hour shift, Tuesday through Friday
ABOUT CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION (CMCA)
CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.
EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.
Location: 65265, 65355, 65668