Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
Join Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency as a Preschool Teacher Assistant supporting our Head Start program in Salem, Marion County. This part-time role offers a meaningful way to nurture young learners while advancing equity, dignity, and opportunity across our community.
About the Role
As a Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant, you will work alongside lead teachers to create a warm, engaging, and inclusive classroom where every child is respected for their infinite worth. This on-site, part-time position in Salem is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood education and committed to helping children envision and reach a positive future.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the lead teacher in planning and delivering age-appropriate learning activities for preschool-aged children
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment
- Assist with daily routines, including meals, transitions, and supervised play
- Encourage social, emotional, and cognitive development through positive interaction
- Foster respectful, equitable relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Contribute to the goals and standards of the Head Start program
Qualifications
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with young children in an early learning setting
- A collaborative, dependable approach and strong communication skills
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the values of community action
- Ability to work on-site in Salem, Marion County
About Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA) is a mission-driven organization guided by the vision that all people are respected for their infinite worth and supported to build a brighter future. Working here means joining a community that values equity, dignity, opportunity, and a culture rooted in diversity. Beyond competitive pay and a range of benefits, the greatest reward our team members describe is the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others.
How to Apply
Ready to begin a rewarding career in early childhood education? View the full Preschool Teacher Assistant - Head Start listing and submit your application for Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, Marion County here: Apply via Adzuna.
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