Preschool Assistant Teacher - Head Start

Union County Community Action, Inc
Monroe, NC

Assistant Teacher / Bus Driver – Head Start Preschool
Union County Community Action, Inc.
Work Location: Monroe, Union County, NC

Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) is seeking caring and dependable early childhood professionals to support our Head Start classrooms serving 3- and 4-year- old children by assisting teachers with classroom activities and providing safe transportation services for children and families.

Starting Rate: Up to $18.50 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday 6:45am-2:45pm (40 hours/week)

Why Join UCCA?
  • Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through BCBSNC
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) eligibility after one year of employment
  • Paid Time Off including Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
  • Meaningful work serving children and families in our community
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson plans
  • Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
  • Maintain classroom documentation and records
  • Supervise children in classroom and outdoor settings
  • Assist with transportation by driving or monitoring buses
  • Build positive relationships with children and families
Qualifications
  • Assistant Teacher/ Bus Driver I: High School Diploma/ GED & Child Development Associate (CDA). Six months to one year of related experience preferred
  • Assistant Teacher/ Bus Driver II: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field preferred. Six months to one year of related experience preferred
  • EDU 119 required
  • CDL required or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
  • CPR and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening and TB test, and must submit to random drug screenings.
  • Valid driver’s license required
Physical Requirements
Must be able to actively supervise young children in classroom and outdoor environments, assist children on and off the bus, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Union County Community Action, Inc. (UCCA) complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Join a team dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and creating strong foundations for lifelong learning.

*The above description is not a comprehensive listing of all job specific responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Posted 2026-06-12

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