Early Childhood Assistant Teacher (3- & 4-Year-Old Classroom)

Union County Community Action, Inc is hiring a Full-Time Early Childhood Assistant Teacher to join our Head Start preschool program in Wadesboro, North Carolina, NC. If you're passionate about early childhood development and want to make a difference in the lives of 3- and 4-year-old learners, we'd like to meet you.

About the Role

As an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher with Union County Community Action, Inc, you'll play a vital role in our Head Start classroom, working alongside our lead teacher to create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment. This full-time position offers the opportunity to support young children's growth across academic, social, and emotional domains while contributing to the mission of our community action agency.

What You'll Do

• Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing daily classroom activities aligned with Head Start standards and child developmental milestones
• Provide direct supervision and support to 3- and 4-year-old children during instruction, transitions, and outdoor play
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that promotes learning and exploration
• Support children's social-emotional development through positive guidance and modeling of appropriate behavior
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child's progress and classroom happenings
• Assist with classroom routines including meals, hygiene, and rest time
• Observe and document children's learning and behavior to support assessment efforts
• Collaborate with teaching team and support services to meet individual child and family needs

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Genuine passion for supporting early childhood development and education
• Reliability, professionalism, and strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative teaching team
• Physical ability to work with young children, including lifting and bending
• Willingness to participate in required training and professional development
• Valid driver's license (may be required for certain program duties)
• Background check and clearances as required by federal Head Start regulations

About Union County Community Action, Inc

Union County Community Action, Inc is a community-based organization dedicated to strengthening families and individuals across our region through Head Start services, education, and community support programs.

How to Apply

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