Teacher Assistant - Early Head Start

Presbyterian Medical Services

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About The Position

The Teacher Assistant works as part of a teaching team to support the orderly functioning of the classroom and provide an appropriate social-emotional environment that helps children learn and grow. The position may involve reassignment to various classrooms or centers as needed for program operations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have, or be enrolled in a program leading to, one of the listed early-childhood credentials or degrees: a current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; a state-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers, including the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC); a one-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; an Office of Head Start-approved CDA equivalent; an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in any area; or enrollment in a qualifying program that meets the stated completion timeline.
• Must complete a 45-hour entry-level course, an approved three-credit early care and education course, or an equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children, Youth & Families Department, before hire or within six months of hire.
• Must have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire and keep certifications current; certifications must meet the specified training-resource requirements.
• Must successfully complete an initial post-offer health exam and TB test, with subsequent examinations and testing as described in PMS policies.
• Must complete required criminal background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children from birth through five years in an early-childhood environment.
• Bilingual Spanish/English or Navajo/English.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teaching team with the orderly functioning of the classroom.
• Help provide an appropriate social-emotional environment to support children's learning and growth.
• Work in various classrooms or centers when needed for program operations.

Benefits

• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free life and long-term disability coverage.
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution.
• Employee recognition and engagement activities.
• Robust training program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $100 employee referral bonus, subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED