About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Teaching.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This role supports early childhood classrooms by providing targeted, direct assistance to children who require extra help to participate successfully in group learning. Typical responsibilities include:

• Work across multiple preschool classrooms to support children ages birth–five
• Implement and reinforce lesson plans and developmental activities under teacher direction
• Provide individualized attention to help children reach developmental and behavioral goals
• Monitor and document child progress and communicate observations to lead teachers and families
• Assist with classroom routines: meal times, transitions, toileting, and safe play
• Support positive behavior management and inclusive practices
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and required compliance activities

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Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet mandatory baseline requirements:

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED required
• One of the following certifications/education paths is required:
  • Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children; OR
  • State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers (e.g., New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC)); OR
  • One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR
  • Office of Head Start approved CDA equivalent; OR
  • Enrolled within ten business days of hire in one of the above programs that will be completed within two years; OR
  • An Associate or Bachelor’s degree (in any area) or enrollment in a program leading to such a degree
• Must complete a 45-hour entry-level course or an approved 3-credit early care and education course (or equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children, Youth & Families Department) prior to or within six months of hire
• Experience working with young children (birth–5 years) in an early childhood environment is preferred
• Bilingual Spanish/English or Navajo/English is preferred

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Certificates, Licenses & Screening

• Must have, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications that meet the organization’s training requirements
• Position requires successful completion of post-offer screening:
  • Health exam (and periodic follow-ups per policies)
  • TB test (and upon exposure per policies)
  • Criminal background checks in accordance with the federal Head Start Act and applicable state regulations

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Compensation & Schedule

• Pay range: $16.39 – $18.87 per hour (hourly rate is dependent upon education and credentials)
• Estimated annual compensation (for reference): ~$28,938 — actual pay is hourly and varies with hours worked and placement
• Employment type: Full-time (schedule specifics determined by the client and program site)
• $500 employee referral bonus (subject to eligibility and tax withholding)

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Why Join Our Client (Confidential Client)

Confidential Client is mission-driven and focused on serving children and families in underserved communities. Typical benefits offered include:

• Competitive salaries
• Nine paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Employer pension contribution (discretionary)
• Robust training and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition and engagement activities

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What Third-Party Recruiters Recommend

As a third-party recruiting partner, Careertakes recommends that applicants:

• Highlight early childhood coursework, CDA or CDC credentials, and any classroom experience on their resume
• Note bilingual skills (Spanish or Navajo) clearly, including proficiency level
• Include dates for certifications and education enrollment plans if still in progress
• Be prepared to complete health and background screenings quickly to meet program onboarding timelines

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.