Teacher Assistant
Company: Brightpoint
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
POSITION: Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant LOCATION: Allen
HOURS: 40 hours/week , school year positions available SALARY
RANGE: $18.37/hr JOB DUTIES: The Assistant Teacher assists in
preparing the classroom materials and plans providing quality
learning experiences for young children assisting in the
implementation of methods that promote independence, curiosity,
decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem
solving in young children. Must work collaboratively with the
Teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive
outcomes for children of all abilities Ensure a safe and secure
environment in which children can be curious, active and encouraged
toward self-discipline, and self-motivation Demonstrate the adult
behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the
minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom
Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3) Assists the teacher
to implement the developmental assessment for each child Plan and
assist the Teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance
for activities Guide the child's behavior in positive ways that
support total growth and development, and promote self-esteem
Responsible for implementing Head Start Performance Standards,
NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures and
guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom Ensure that
confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times SKILLS AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess a high school diploma or GED Must
obtain Child Development Associate (CDA) certification within two
(2) years of employment. Two years' experience working with
preschool children preferred Strong written and verbal
communication skills. Must become CPR and First Aide Certified
within twelve (12) months of hire When driving for Brightpoint, the
employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must
maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto
insurance FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT, HR Dept. at EXT. 206 or
255 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED -227 E WASHINGTON BLVD., FT WAYNE, IN
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., MONDAY - THURSDAY AND 8:00 A.M. - 11:00
A.M., FRIDAY OR VIA THE INTERNET AT www.mybrightpoint.org
Keywords: Brightpoint, Elkhart , Teacher Assistant, Education / Teaching , Fort Wayne, Indiana
