Teacher Assistant - Early Head Start

Norwescap•Flemington, NJ

2d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of something BIG. Committed to giving every vulnerable child an opportunity to succeed, we deliver high quality services that empower families, make children healthier, and communities stronger. Find your purpose: We're dedicated to growing employees who want a career in helping at-risk children and families succeed. Employees get ongoing training opportunities to include job-related certificates, credentials, and tuition reimbursement. Keep the balance: We value employee wellness by offering 15 paid holidays off including a one-week paid holiday break, and a generous time off policy that increases over time. We invest in free mental health services for staff, along with free, unlimited access to an employee health portal designed just for staff wellness. 35 hours per week, full year position Job Overview: We are a fast-paced and high-demand non-profit program that depends on everybody in every position to help our centers function with ease. You will gain diverse experience working with an at-risk population. Cross-training is available and expected for all positions.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education
Infant-Toddler child Development Associate (CDA) credential upon hire strongly preferred; must be obtained within 18 months of hire
2 or more years of direct experience in early childhood education preferred
Must be able to lift 30 pounds independently without assistance
Ability to Commute: Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 (Required)

Nice To Haves

Head Start experience preferred.
The successful candidate will be: compassionate, organized, flexible, dependable, and friendly
early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)
Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)