Teacher Assistant

Essential Functions: Supervise children and their activities to ensure their safety and well-being Plan and implement classroom activities Provide children with a model to support and develop a positive self-concept Implement positive guidance and model appropriate practice Prepare the classroom, outdoor space, and other center facilities to ensure they are safe, clean, and ready for the daily activities Support the inclusion of all children Recommend purchase of equipment and supplies Maintain attendance records on each child Observe children daily for signs of illness Assist with developmental screenings and ongoing assessments Knowledge of state and federal Head Start regulations; Child Care Licensing Rules; Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework; Head Start Parent, Family, and Community Engagement; and Developmentally Appropriate Practices Demonstrate understanding of Head Start philosophy and Western Dairyland Head Start's core values Demonstrate sensitivity to culture and family background Comply with Policies and Procedures and Standards of Conducts Maintain confidentiality Complete individual needs assessment and develop professional development goal annually Complete a minimum of 25 hours of professional development per year

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory and must: Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality Be punctual Clearance of background checks as required by local, state, and federal regulations Physical examination and TB test as required by local, state, and federal regulations

Education Requirements: 18 years of age Introduction to Child Care Profession within 6 months of hire Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Registry certificate; are enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire Licenses, Certifications,

Authorizations Required: CDA Credential or Registry certificate preferred Must have a valid driver’s license Must have an insured vehicle Must meet Western Dairyland’s insurability requirements Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred We offer a complete benefits package including: Vacation, personal leave, holidays, sick leave Summers off 63 hours of vacation during the school year 18hours of personal time off 8 paid holidays during the school year Sick leave accrued at 0.05709 hours per hour workedapproximately 6 hours of sick leave per month for full-time employeesmaximum accrued sick leave of 432 hours Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability agency paid 401(k) plan with up to a 6% match Employees can contribute immediately. After 1 year of employment, the agency will contribute between 3 and 6 percent, dependent on the employee's contribution. Health Insurance Generous employer contribution to health premiums$3,750 deductible reimbursement for individuals and up to $6,500 reimbursed for family deductibles Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts for both Health and Dependent Care Employee Only $38.16per month Employee + Family $112.56per month Vision Insurance Employee Only $5.43 per month Employee + Spouse $12.47 per month Employee + Child(ren) $13.82 per month Employee + Family $21.10 per month

Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program - fully paid Basic Life Insurance - fully paid (plus additional group coverage amounts)Flexible work schedule with generous accommodations for family, school, and volunteer commitments Opportunities for continuing education, conferences, and classes Employees have access to our Discount MarketplaceWDEOC is a qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer.