Preschool Teacher Assistant – Paulding or Bryan Head Start classrooms

Locations: 3 openings:  Hicksville/Paulding (float) – 30 hrs/wkly, Paulding – 34 hrs/wkly, and Bryan – 34 hrs/wkly
Schedule: Monday–Thursday | Fridays off | Summers off (June & July)
Pay: Starting at $16.29/hour → $17.86/hour after CDL is obtained.  Pay increases with college degrees.
Training, including CDL prep, is done in-house, on work time, and paid for by NOCAC!

Join NOCAC Head Start and Help Little Learners Thrive!

Are you someone who finds joy in helping young children learn, grow, and feel safe?
NOCAC Head Start Preschool is hiring passionate and dependable individuals who want to make a lasting impact in the lives of 3–5 year olds.

This is not your average classroom role—it’s hands-on, heart-forward, and includes supporting students by driving a small bus (CDL required—but we’ll pay for your training and time!).

What You’ll Do:

• Assist teachers in leading a safe, nurturing classroom for preschoolers

• Support learning through play, creativity, and structure

• Help children with routines like meals, bathroom breaks, and transitions

• Drive the small school bus to transport children safely to and from school (training provided)

• Be a role model, mentor, and warm presence in the classroom

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (CDA or college degree = higher pay)

• Must be 21 or older

• Valid Ohio driver’s license & insurable through NOCAC

• Physically able to participate in active classroom life (bending, sitting on the floor, etc.)

• Experience in Early Childhood Education is a plus, but we’ll train the right person!

Outstanding Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Retirement plan with up to 6% employer match

• Paid personal and vacation time

• All Federal holidays + paid Christmas break

• Fridays off and summers off!

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible (501(c)(3) agency)

Apply Today to One of Our Three Openings:

• Hicksville/Paulding float

• Paulding

• Bryan

Help shape the future, one preschooler at a time. Your journey starts here.