💼 Full-Time Position

Teacher Assistant (Head Start)

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Ulster County Community Action Committee
📍 Kingston, New York, United States
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Location
Kingston, United States
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Posted
June 19, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Role Summary

The Assistant Teacher supports a preschool classroom by keeping learning organized, safe, and responsive to each child’s developmental needs. You will back up the lead teacher as needed and help maintain consistent routines for children and families.

Key responsibilities:
- Maintain active supervision and support social-emotional growth
- Help implement curriculum and classroom activities, including outdoor instruction
- Communicate respectfully with families; attend conferences and home visits
- Participate in staff meetings, coaching, and required trainings
- Complete classroom documentation accurately and on time

Required qualifications/skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent; 1+ year with infants/toddlers
- Infant/toddler CDA (offered onsite; must be earned within 15 months)
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft; online assessment tools; Teams/Z...