Job Description
About This Role
We're seeking a dedicated and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our Head Start team. As a co-facilitator of discovery, you'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality program that meets Federal Head Start Performance Standards and fosters a love for learning in preschool-aged children.
The impact you'll make
You'll help create a classroom environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and social-emotional growth. By building strong bonds with families and providing a safe, structured space for children, you'll help bridge the gap between home and school.
Details
Classroom Support & Instruction (60%)
Assist in implementing a preschool curriculum that focuses on early literacy, math, science, and social skills.
Lead small group activities and "choice time" to encourage experimentation, problem-solving, and cooperation.
Support the Lead Teacher in documenting child progress and collecting anecdotal evidence to track "school readiness" goals.
Model social skills and hygiene, helping children develop the self-help skills they need for the transition to elementary school.
Evaluate the classroom environment to ensure it's safe, organized, and sanitized, including prepping materials for daily lessons.
Family Liaison and Safety (30%)
Facilitate the daily transition from home to center, greeting families and ensuring safe hand-offs to authorized adults.
Maintain readiness for emergency evacuations and follow all state and federal safety regulations.
Documentation & Growth (10%)
Support the Lead Teacher in maintaining accurate files, including attendance, screenings, and parent communication logs.
Participate in ongoing training and workshops to maintain your CDA and stay current on ECE best practices.
RequirementsRequired: High School Diploma/GED and current enrollment in a program to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) or an Associate Degree in ECE.
Credentialing: Must earn a Preschool CDA by December 2028 (if not already held).
Experience: Experience in a preschool or licensed childcare setting is preferred.
Certifications & Compliance:
Safety: Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.
Clearance: Must clear a comprehensive background check and health screening.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff and diverse families. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are highly valued.
Physical Stamina: Ability to engage with active preschoolers, which includes sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Classroom Management: Ability to redirect behavior positively and keep children engaged in learning activities.
Nice To HavesHas met DCF Requirements: Introduction to Childcare Profession and Skills & Strategies
Has a WI registry
WI Registry Level 6 and Above
BenefitsDENTAL INSURANCE
VISION
403B RETIREMENT
PAID TIME OFF PACKAGE
LIFE INSURANCE * PAID BY EMPLOYER*
Family Forum, Inc. is a private, non-profit corporation that provides programs for families in Ashland, Bayfield, Douglas, Iron, and Price Counties of Wisconsin. The corporation is made up of a Governing Board who manage the affairs of the corporation through the Executive Director. The programs provided by Family Forum, Inc. are Head Start / Early Head Start.
Mission StatementWe are dedicated to preparing children and their families for success; through high quality programming, family support and wellness education, while fostering meaningful relationships.
Our VisionPartnering with families and communities to build school readiness for all children through passionately committed relationships that connect families to goal oriented outcomes.
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