Teacher Support (part-time)

Details for Teacher Support Opening in Mandan
Open until filled

Do you love interacting with children from ages 3 to 5? We have an opportunity that may interest you!

The successful candidate must enjoy working with children and be devoted to building a nurturing and safe learning environment. This individual will be in the classroom as part of the teaching staff.

• Part-time opening (28 hours per week). Hours are 8AM-3PM Monday thru Thursday from mid-August to mid-May. May have training occasionally on Friday.
• Requires high school diploma or GED and valid driver's license.
• If desired, summer hours may be available through HIT, Inc.
• Children attend WRHS Monday through Thursday. Fridays are staff work days and training time.
• Pay is $14.50/hour

• Engage with children during play. Our belief is that children learn more when adults are active members of their play.
• Have conversations with children, be at the child’s level by being on the floor or sitting at the table. Be a good role model and build positive relationships with the children.
• Help children with daily routine (examples: mealtime, getting dressed to go outside, circle time)
• Follow the direction and lead of the teacher and help where needed; be willing to learn new skills and be flexible.
• Learn and implement Conscious Discipline. This focuses on a school family that establishes simple, reasonable, and consistent guidelines for children to encourage impulse control and self-regulation.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude with parents, community members and other staff by using assertive communication (clear, direct, respectful) when addressing an issue.
• Prep before and after meals. Clean classroom at the end of the day.
• Collaborate professionally and respectfully with Head Start staff to meet the needs of children and families.

• May obtain a CDL to drive 20 passenger school bus. Head Start reimburses for permit and driving test upon successful completion.
• May obtain Child Development credential (CDA). Head Start covers the cost of the program.

• Submit our official application online or by hard copy.
• Submit college transcripts or CDA certification (if applicable) to bhoffman@hitinc.org