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Head Start Assistant Teacher - Litchfield (#0826M)

United Community Action Partnership

Litchfield, MinnesotaFull-time$37k – $56kPosted Oct 6, 2026

Job description

JOB STATUS: Full time (36 hours/week), 9-Months Per Year, Union Position LOCATION: Litchfield, MN Help create an amazing learning environment for young children! As a Head Start Assistant Teacher, you'll work side by side with our Head Start Teacher to spark curiosity, build independence, and inspire little learners - all while supporting parents to become their child's greatest advocate.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Team Up for Success: Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan and most engaging and enriching classroom days ever!
  • Stay Organized: Keep everything running smoothly with accurate and up-to-date record keeping.
  • Add a Health Twist: Bring fun and creativity to the classroom with health and nutrition activities.
  • Be the MVP: Step in for the Head Start Teacher when needed - you're the ultimate backup!
  • Pitch In: Help out with light janitorial duties when necessary - teamwork makes the dream work.
  • Promote the Program: Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to spread the word about Head Start.
  • Ensure Safety: Safely monitor the Head Start bus and transport children to and from the center. SKILLS TO WOW US:
  • You know your way around a computer.
  • You're a team player and can handle tasks on your own like a pro.
  • Reliable? That's your middle name!
  • You're up to speed on child development - or eager to learn.
  • Problem-solving and keeping the peace? Piece of cake!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • At least one (1) year of experience working with children ages 3-5.
  • A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Degree - or the ability to obtain it within two years.
  • CPR and First Aid Certification - or ready to get certified. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Salary range of $18.02 - $26.76/hour + Benefits!
  • Full-time (36 hours per week), 9-Month Union Position
  • Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!

BENEFITS

The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 12 paid holidays each year, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), hospital indemnity insurance, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401k retirement plan, HSA, FSA – medical & dependent care, Proximal Health, CancerCare, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program.

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc. CLOSING DATE: Open to the public until filled. CONTACT: United Community Action Partnership, Inc. 320-235-0850 HumanResources@unitedcapmn.

org WEBSITE: www.unitedcapmn.org United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.

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