Head Start Pre-School Teachers Aide/Bus Driver - Tazewell County

The Head Start Preschool Teacher’s Aide/Bus Driver is responsible for assisting in conducting a classroom in a way that exemplifies the Head Start goals of providing children with educational experiences that help them grow mentally, socially, emotionally, academically, and physically.

Works with all components and classroom staff, both individually and as a team member, to ensure successful, nurturing experiences for children in the Center, while recognizing the parents as the most important influences in the lives of their children. Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions, plan and implement learning experiences that ensure effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate; Staff must be familiar with the ethnic background, be able to communicate in the language of families in the program and be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with limited English proficiency. Drive bus routes or ride as a Bus Monitor when needed. Be able to thoroughly inspect bus inside and outside.

• CDA Credential or state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential
• Enrollment in program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree
• One year experience working with families
• Must secure CDL learner's permit within six months of hire
• Must possess or secure First Aid/CPR certification
• Valid Physical
• DMV check
• Proficient English
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Valid Driver's License

• Ability to work with resource agencies, staff and families

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Retirement Plan