Head Start: Teacher Assistant Duquesne Orchard Park

1.     Education: Minimum of a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire

2.     One (1) year experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.

Additional Requirements:

1.      Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2.      School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•       Be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

•       Be able to sit on preschool-size chairs and floor as necessary

•       Walk up and down stairs, walk/run to implement services

•       Be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds

•       Be able to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies and interact and facilitate the learning of the students

•       Be able to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating

•       Be able to hear clearly

•       Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Education Advisor        

Department: Head Start

Position Schedule: 200 days (August to June)

Salary:  $26,320.00  ($16.45/hour)   (non-negotiable)

Benefits: Per the HSEA Benefit Guide (Health, Dental and Vision, Paid Entitlement Days, PSERS)

To Apply: Create an on-line application at AIU Career Site

Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.