Head Start Assistant Teacher

Day shift | PRN | 9:30 am - 1:30 pm How you’ll make an impact in this role Plan and implement activities that are consistent with student abilities, interests and educational plans. Assist with school inclusion, inclusion in alternate school settings, the development of appropriate curriculum, workshop/life skills, speech and language, art, music, and adaptive physical education. Provide staff in-services.

Encourage student independence in communication, decision making and other activities. What minimum requirements you’ll need

High School diploma equivalency and 2 years of cumulative experience OR an Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required. Additional Preferences: Experience working in a preschool, Head Start, or other educational setting with young children is required Must be at least 19 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED Preschool Child Development Associate preferred Benefits that help you thrive Retirement: 403(b) plan Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection.

We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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