Head Start Teacher Assistant
South Central Community Action ProgramBloomington, Indiana, United States
Posted October 16, 2024
Full Time
About the Company
South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) is a nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty in South Central Pennsylvania through comprehensive community programs. The organization delivers essential services—including a food pantry, homeless shelter, weatherization, child care information, and the MLK Career Aid Program—while empowering low‑income families with support circles and individualized goal‑setting. SCCAP’s distinctive strength lies in its dual‑level strategy: it partners with families and donors to achieve immediate outcomes, and it translates those lived experiences into macro‑level policy advocacy that engages the broader community in sustainable solutions. Committed to continuous evolution, SCCAP blends evidence‑based interventions with grassroots collaboration to create lasting economic mobility for residents.
Job Description
The Teacher Assistant assists the Lead Teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate plan for a group of three- to five-year-old children and providing quality early childhood experiences.
Requirements
- Supports and assists the Lead Teacher in providing individual and group learning activities
- Carries out positive discipline practices in accordance with South Central Community Action, Inc. policies and procedures
- Visually observes and supervises children’s activities, moving quickly to prevent dangerous situations
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan