Early Head Start Assistant Teacher - Sioux Falls

Join our vibrant team at Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership in Sioux Falls, SD, and dive into a fulfilling adventure as a Full-Time Early Head Start Assistant Teacher! This onsite position allows you to make a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young children and their families. You will be part of an energetic culture that promotes empathy and integrity, fostering not only a dynamic learning environment but also personal growth. With a competitive pay range of $15.52 to $21.91 per hour, your efforts will be well-rewarded as you nurture the future generation.

Bring your passion for education and creativity to a team that celebrates every success and challenge. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 403(b), and Employee Assistance Program. Take this exciting step in your career and help shape brighter futures today!

What does a Early Head Start Assistant Teacher do?

As an Early Head Start Assistant Teacher at Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership, your day-to-day expectations will be both engaging and impactful. You will actively support lead teachers in creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. Your responsibilities include facilitating age-appropriate activities, encouraging social interaction, and promoting cognitive development through play-based learning. You’ll be involved in preparing educational materials and maintaining an organized classroom space that reflects a warm atmosphere.

Observing and recording children’s developmental progress will also be part of your routine, helping to tailor individual learning experiences. Collaborating closely with families, you will provide guidance and resources to promote their children’s growth. This dynamic role requires enthusiasm and a hands-on approach, ensuring every child feels valued and motivated to explore their world. Join us in making a difference every day!

What you need to be successful

To thrive as a Full-Time Early Head Start Assistant Teacher at Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership, you will need a blend of essential skills and personal attributes. Strong communication skills are vital for engaging with children, families, and team members, fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Patience and empathy will enable you to understand and cater to the diverse needs of young learners while being a supportive presence in their lives. Creativity is a must, as you’ll design and implement engaging activities that spark curiosity and promote exploration. Being observant and detail-oriented will help you accurately track developmental milestones and make meaningful adjustments to enhance learning experiences.

Additionally, adaptability is crucial in this dynamic role, as you’ll often need to shift your approach based on each child's unique needs. A passion for early childhood education and a commitment to integrity will drive your success in creating positive learning environments every day.

Will you join our team?

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!

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