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Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Presbyterian Medical Services

Occupation: Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education

Location: Farmington, NM - 87401

Positions available: 1

Job #: 10831

Source: Presbyterian Medical Services

Posted: 04/17/2026

Web Site: www.pmsnm.org

Job Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More)

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JOB CATEGORY: CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARY HEAD START / HEAD START / CHILDREN'S SERVICES

POSITION SUMMARY: This position works as part of a teaching team to assist in the orderly functioning of the classroom to provide an appropriate social-emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Position may involve the reassignment to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations.

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REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * 18 years or older. * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. * Must have one of the following: * Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children;OR * State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers including the 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 enrolled in a program leading to such a degree. * Must complete a 45 hour entry level course or an approved three 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 children ages birth through five years in an early childhood environment preferred. * Bilingual Spanish / English or Navajo / English preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: * Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times. SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: * Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies). * TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies). In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires: * Criminal Background Checks. BONUSES $100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS * All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. ABOUT PMS * Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. * Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. * We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. * We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. * PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS? * Mission-driven organization * Competitive salaries * Nine paid holidays and generous PTO * Medical, dental & vision insurance * Free Life & LTD coverage * Free discretionary pension plan contribution * Employee recognition and engagement activities * Robust training program * Tuition reimbursement EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability

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Sign-on Bonus $2500 PAY RANGE: $17.20 - 28.67 - Dependent on Education JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY HEAD START / HEAD START / ECE POSITION SUMMARY: This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Provides daily guidance to classroom staff. Works in a classroom-based setting with typically and atypically developing children. Position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations.

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