Head Start Early Learning Support Teacher

Knob Noster, MO

Full Time

Entry Level

Early Head Start (EHS) Support Teacher

📍 Location: Missouri Valley Community Action Agency (MVCAA)
📌 Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year)

Make a Difference in a Child’s Life!

Missouri Valley Community Action Agency (MVCAA) is looking for a caring and dedicated Early Head Start (EHS) Support Teacher to join our team! In this role, you’ll provide a nurturing learning environment for children from birth to three years old, helping them grow socially, emotionally, and physically. If you're passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact in your community, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

✔ Assist in creating a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment
✔ Support early childhood development through play, structured activities, and learning centers
✔ Promote early language, literacy, and social-emotional development
✔ Maintain supervision and ensure child safety at all times
✔ Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including fire and emergency procedures
✔ Observe and document child progress through assessments and records
✔ Build strong relationships with families, staff, and community partners
✔ Participate in ongoing training and professional development

What We’re Looking For:

✅ Required: High School Diploma or GED
✅ Preferred: CDA credential (or willingness to obtain within 2 years) or higher education in early childhood development
✅ Ability to lift and keep up with young children, including sitting on the floor or in child-sized chairs
✅ Strong communication and organizational skills
✅ Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
✅ Reliable attendance and commitment to teamwork

Why Join MVCAA?

🌟 Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous 403B Retirement Plan – We match 50% of contributions
Holiday Pay, Annual Leave, and Sick Leave
Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
Paid travel expenses for required training (hotel, meals, mileage, per diem)
Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career growth

Additional Requirements:

📌 Background check and fingerprint screening
📌 Negative drug test results (initial and random testing)
📌 Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle
📌 Physical and TB test within 30 days of employment (with periodic updates)

MVCAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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