Job Information
Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission Preschool Teacher Assistant in Paulding, Ohio
Location: Paulding, OH | Schedule: Monday--Thursday | 34 hrs/week | Fridays Off | Summers Off
Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission (NOCAC) Head Start Preschool is seeking a caring, dependable Teacher Assistant to join our team for the 2025--2026 school year. If you love working with children and want to help create a positive, nurturing early learning environment, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
This role works as a part of a teaching team at our Paulding Head Start classroom and includes assisting with driving a small school bus to help transport preschoolers safely. *No CDL? No problem. NOCAC provides and pays for all CDL training *(must be at least 21 years old).
Position Highlights:
- Monday--Thursday daytime schedule (Fridays off)
- 34 hours per week
- Summers off
- Collaborate with teachers to support children ages 3--5 in their social, emotional, and educational development
- Help with student transportation by driving a small school bus (CDL training provided)
Pay:
- $16.29/hour starting rate (with a high school diploma or GED)
- $17.86/hour after obtaining a CDL
- Higher wages available for candidates with a CDA or college degree
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- 6% agency-matched retirement plan
- Accrued paid time off
- Paid federal holidays
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as a nonprofit (501(c)(3)) employee
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED (required)
One year of experien