head start assistant teacher

Maricopa County

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12/31/25<div></div><div>
Application Deadline</div>
Open Until Filled<div></div><div>
Pay Range</div>
$45,500 - $64,000 annually<br>
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Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.<div></div><div>
Job Type</div>
Unclassified<div></div><div>
Department</div>
Human Services<div></div><div>
About the Position</div><div>
Do you want to make a difference in a young child&rsquo;s life? As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will provide active learning by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate individualized experiences and creating a safe and nurturing environment in which 0 to 3-year-old children can enhance their development and skills. You will also plan and participate in parent education, parent involvement, and family support activities. As an Early Head Start Teacher, you will help build stronger families and brighter tomorrows for our youngest residents of Maricopa County.</div><div></div><div>
Our classrooms are welcoming and designed for interactive learning by children and their families. We offer a low teacher-to-student ratio of 1:4 with 8 students per classroom, to provide the greatest opportunity for a healthy and effective learning environment. Did we mention the County provides the supplies needed to support our teaching staff? We also offer being part of a compassionate team of early education professionals who believe in the mission of preparing these children for future school success.</div><div></div><div><i>
As a teacher, you will be excited to learn about other added benefits, including:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Paid continuing education, professional development, and tuition reimbursement</div></li><li><div>
Paid Child Development Association Certification (CDA) that you can earn on the job! With this certification you can grow in your Head Start career by advancing into teaching positions.</div></li><li><div>
Candidates without required credentials are encouraged to apply for the Teaching Assistant while they earn their CDA.</div></li><li><div>
Amazing health and wellness programs including Pet Insurance! Our health insurance plans are more than competitive, with the option to earn a wellness incentive payback of $60 per month.</div></li><li><div>
Free Office of Head Start <div>https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs</div> membership</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Be the spark that lights our children&rsquo;s future. Become an Early Head Start Teacher!</div><div></div><div>
About the Early Education Division</div><div>
The Early Education Division is federally funded to administer center-based Head Start and Early Head Start early care and education along with community resources and referrals to support economically disadvantaged children to be ready for school and families to achieve self-sufficiency. Currently, classrooms are operated through a mixed service delivery model of full-year, part-year, community and school based sites; operated directly by Maricopa County and through contracted Child Care Partnerships.</div><div></div><div>
About the Department of Human Services</div><div>
The Maricopa County Human Services Department (HSD) builds resiliency in the community and promotes the well-being of County residents experiencing adversity through a variety of programs and services to help people and families thrive. These opportunities include early childhood education, housing, homeownership, independent living services for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development for job seekers with barriers to employment, crisis rental and utility assistance, and support for people experiencing homelessness. HSD is committed to delivering innovative and comprehensive services in a collaborative approach that preserves dignity, promotes respect, and facilitates social and economic mobility.</div><div></div><div>
In 2025, the Human Services Department was the proud recipient of 23 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo), highlighting the Department&rsquo;s commitment to providing support for low-income and at-risk communities. Maricopa County Human Services was honored for a wide variety of programs showcasing their valuable work including Regional Solutions to Homelessness in Rural and Underserved Communities, Pathway to Rapid Reemployment, Tonopah Fire Station Improvements, Refugee Relocation Assistance Program, Early Education Division&rsquo;s EVIT Expanded Partnership, and several other initiatives.</div><div></div><div>
Join our team and unlock your potential!</div><div></div><div>
Proud to Offer</div><ul><li><div>
Work with a greater purpose</div></li><li><div>
Tuition reimbursement</div></li><li><div>
Exceptional work-life balance</div></li><li><div>
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County</div></li><li><div>
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents</div></li><li><div>
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center <div>Maricopa County Kids Club</div>, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively</div></li><li><div>
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave</div></li><li><div>
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts</div></li><li><div>
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1</div></li><li><div>
Learn more at <div>Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ</div></div></li></ul><div></div><div>
We Require</div><ul><li><div>
Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or an equivalent college degree with 18 credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Infant/Toddler Development, OR</div></li><li><div>
High school diploma or GED AND</div><ul><li><div>
Currently enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree to be completed within six months of hire, OR</div></li><li><div>
Currently enrolled in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential program upon hire to be completed within six months of hire, OR</div></li><li><div>
Currently possess an Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential</div></li></ul></li></ul><ul><li><div>
One year of experience teaching in a licensed childcare or public pre-kindergarten setting</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Other Requirements</div><ul><li><div>
Must secure a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety</div></li><li><div>
Must complete a medical exam that includes screening for tuberculosis (TB)</div></li><li><div>
Must obtain a CPR, first aid, and food handler&rsquo;s certification within six weeks of hire</div></li><li><div>
Must have reliable transportation and have the ability to travel from different county locations as required</div></li><li><div>
Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish may be required for some positions</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Job Contributions</div><ul><li><div>
Assumes responsibility for the supervision, care, and welfare of the classroom children, ages 0 to 3 years, to ensure their safety and well-being at all times</div></li><li><div>
Supports and promotes each child&rsquo;s physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development</div></li><li><div>
Develops and maintains positive relationships with each family, site team members, community agencies, community partners, and grantee staff members</div></li><li><div>
Respects and supports the diverse cultural and family backgrounds and treats each child and parent as an individual; respects, values, and facilitates parent participation as equal partners in all aspects of Educational Plans</div></li><li><div>
Develops and implements a multicultural and age-appropriate child education curriculum and experiences that utilizes developmentally appropriate practices, which meet the needs and interests of students and complies with local and federal standards</div></li><li><div>
Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including the Office of Head Start Performance Standards; Arizona licensing requirements, Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines, and CACFP record keeping, and County program policies and procedures</div></li><li><div>
Prepares and maintains accurate records that evaluate ongoing observations of each child&rsquo;s growth and development; these records include child health records, child observation, individualization, lesson plans, attendance, meal counts, parent involvement, family support, and additional items as directed while maintaining the confidentiality of child, family, and program information</div></li><li><div>
Completes formal developmental assessments on children with finalization/analysis and works with parents to develop an Education Plan based on these assessment results</div></li><li><div>
Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for children with disabilities and plans classroom experiences to support the IFSP plan</div></li><li><div>
Carries out authorized emergency and safety procedures and administers first aid and/or CPR in the classroom as needed</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Working Conditions</div><ul><li><div>
Position follows a full year schedule that is typically comprised of 2,088 hours annually</div></li><li><div>
Work is performed in a classroom, playground, and office environment as assigned and is subject to change based on the program need</div></li><li><div>
May require travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles or private vehicles used on County business</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to stand, sit on the floor, and be indoors and outdoors for extended periods</div></li><li><div>
Possible exposure to bodily fluids and infectious disease</div></li><li><div>
May be required to fill in as a substitute staff member at another program site</div></li><li><div>
Birth to Five site classrooms operate Monday through Friday</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Locations</div><div>
Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Guadalupe, Gilbert, Scottsdale</div><div></div><div>
Selection Procedure</div><ul><li><div>
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered</div></li><li><div>
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications</div></li><li><div>
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile</div></li><li><div>
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.</div><div></div><div>
Apply Now!</div></div>

Early Head Start Teacher

The Workforce Innovation Board

<p><b>*Please Apply On www.Rockfordil.gov. Please Do Not Apply on Indeed.com*</b></p><p>Reports to: Community Partner Coordinator		Class Code: 4301</p><p>FLSA: Non-exempt Pay grade: 3		AFHN</p><p>Wage Hourly: $19.62</p><p>NATURE OF WORK</p><p>Serving the public by participating in teaching children in the Head Start Program and includes assisting in providing a supporting and nurturing environment for the development of preschool children in a collaboration setting.</p><p>DISTINGUISHING FEATURES</p><p>Assists the Collaboration Teacher in providing a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate early childhood program of instruction. Provides a safe and nurturing environment. Promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program, including children with special needs.</p><p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (These essential duties are only illustrative.)</p><p>Rides assigned morning and/or afternoon bus to ensure safe transportation and supervision of all children on the bus. Utilizes checklist for children to ensure that all children are accounted for when entering or exiting the bus.</p><p>Assists and trains children in personal hygiene activities.</p><p>Assists in organizing and carrying out daily activities pertaining to children as directed by the Collaboration Teacher.</p><p>Encourages children&rsquo;s active learning and individualism through good modeling skills in a developmentally appropriate environment.</p><p>Assists in coordinating a class of preschool children and maintaining all required reporting forms as outlined in program policies and procedures.</p><p>Assists the Collaboration Teacher in lesson planning, administering developmental screening and completing referral, IEP as outlined in the procedure's manual.</p><p>Communicates changes concerning children to Collaboration Teacher.</p><p>Reports potential classroom, children or family problems and concerns to Collaboration Teacher, Family Support Staff or Community Partner Coordinator, as appropriate.</p><p>Prepares, organizes and submits required reports as outlined in the procedure's manual.</p><p>Participates in annual program review process.</p><p>Assists in recruitment of Head Start eligible children for enrollment into the program.</p><p>Carries out the best practice for safety procedures concerning children, staff, families, and community individuals.</p><p>Assists in cleaning facility, playground, and other areas applicable to the well-being and image of the program.</p><p>Develops partnership relationships with parents in Head Start Program and encourages each parent to take an active role in the child&rsquo;s Head Start experience.</p><p>Participates in activities and displays attitudes that promote positive public relations and positive image for the program and agency.</p><p>Maintains reasonable and predictable attendance.</p><p>SUPERVISION RECEIVED</p><p>Detailed instruction and close supervision are initially provided for employees with no training or experience however, once an employee experiences all tasks of the position, work is performed independently. A Community Partner Coordinator or an employee of a higher level classification is available to advise or assist as necessary or provide guidance on new or unusual tasks. Work is reviewed in progress and upon completion for quality, thoroughness, accuracy, and conformance to established policies and procedures.</p><p>SUPERVISION EXERCISED</p><p>Supervision is not a responsibility of positions of this class, although functional direction may be exercised over other employees and trainees in connection with various activities of the program. Employees may provide training in operational procedures, orient new employees, or assist in resolving unusual or difficult problems.</p><p>WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p><p>Work is performed primarily in an office and classroom setting, although home visits involve traveling throughout the county. Work activities may also involve attending meetings, conferences, and training, that involves out-of-town travel. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally is required.</p><p>SUCCESS FACTORS</p><p>Some knowledge of early childhood development and education.</p><p>Some knowledge of the educational requirements of the Head Start Program</p><p>Some knowledge of good hygiene practices in a center setting.</p><p>Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with children, parents and co-workers.</p><p>Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and others.</p><p>Ability to attend regular and ongoing professional development training in early childhood.</p><p>Skill in the operation of a personal computer.</p><p>EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE</p><p>Associate&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education or 60 credit hours, 18 of which should be in early child development. Completion of one year teaching experience in Early Childhood Education. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may be substituted for the required experience.</p><p>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</p><p>Possession of a valid IL Driver&rsquo;s License.</p><p>Maintain a Para License through the Educator Licensure Information System.</p><p>All new hires shall be required to obtain First Aid and CPR training as required by position.</p><p>Must meet Illinois DCFS licensing standards.</p><p>Residency requirement:</p><p>Modified November 15, 2021: All employees (except Police Sworn and Fire Sworn) hired on or after June 1, 2018, shall reside anywhere in Winnebago County or within fifteen (15) miles of Rockford City Hall (425 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61104) within six (6) months after their introductory period. Department Heads shall live within the municipal boundaries of the city of Rockford.</p><p>Effective June 1, 2018, all newly hired employees, including newly hired Department Heads, shall live within the municipal boundaries of City of Rockford within six (6) months of their completion of their introductory period.</p><p>Classified employees hired after January 1, 1984, may live anywhere in Winnebago County or anywhere within an area fifteen (15) miles from the Public Safety Building within six (6) months of their date of completion of probation. Employees hired prior to January 1, 1984, shall be subject to their conditions of employment in effect at that time.</p><p><b>*Please Apply On www.Rockfordil.gov. Please Do Not Apply on Indeed.com*</b></p><p>Pay: $19.62 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

HEAD START TEACHER - Headstart

Capstone Community Action, Inc

<p>Since 1965, Capstone Community Action has supported individuals and families in Central Vermont in achieving economic and housing stability and rising out of poverty. Capstone&rsquo;s early childhood education and family services are central to its mission, offering center-based and home-based Head Start and Early Head Start programs that support positive child, family, and community outcomes that use a whole-child approach and actively engage parents as partners in their children&rsquo;s early learning and development.</p><p><b>Position: Capstone is seeking a Home Visitor for a Temporary position. </b>The home visitor works with an assigned caseload of families to support parents in strengthening their skills as the primary educators of their children. Home visitors develop and apply expertise in preschool development, assessment and implementation of individualized services. The home visitor works cooperatively with other Head Start staff in the Lamoille area to deliver quality services to all enrolled families and to further the mission of Head Start. This position requires occasional evening and weekend hours.</p><p><b>Qualifications: </b></p><p>&middot; Minimum of home visitor setting CDA or comparable credential, or equivalent coursework as part of an associate or baccalaureate degree in early childhood education</p><p>&middot; Experience working with preschool children and their families, understanding parenting issues, adult learning styles, and sensitivity to the needs of low-income families.</p><p>&middot; Valid driver&rsquo;s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance required.</p><p>&middot; Ability to commit to a flexible work schedule that includes some evening and weekend hours.</p><p>&middot; Knowledge of community resources.</p><p><b>Competencies and other requirements for this position include:</b></p><p>&middot; Excellent communication skills with both young children and adults.</p><p>&middot; Demonstrated competency in engaging in effective, nurturing interactions with children and adults.</p><p>&middot; Ability to plan and implement appropriate, child-centered learning experiences.</p><p>&middot; Familiarity with community resources and supportive services.</p><p>&middot; Positive regard for and ability to engage with diverse populations and people with low incomes.</p><p>&middot; Commitment to leading and working collaboratively with a team toward shared goals and objectives.</p><p><b>Compensation &amp; Benefits: </b>This is a full-time, non-exempt temporary position, with a 40-hour per week standard schedule and <b>competitive pay at $19.13 &ndash; $22.71 per hour</b>. Capstone&rsquo;s full-time benefits program offers generous paid time off; health, dental, and life insurance plans; and a 401k retirement plan with employer match. Head Start programs also offer and support exceptional opportunities for training and professional development.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $19.13 - $22.71 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Head Start Home Visitor - Temporary Position

University of Arkansas System

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 Join our team as a Child Care Teacher Assistant and help create a vibrant, nurturing, and enriching learning environment! In this role, you'll work closely with Lead Teachers to design and deliver meaningful learning experiences that foster the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth of every child. You'll play a key part in ensuring a safe, healthy, and stimulating classroom where curiosity and creativity thrive.
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Child Care Teacher Assistant (Head Start)

Maple Bear Nursery and Preschool

<p><b>The Role:</b> The Teacher Assistant works closely with the Head Teacher and Teachers ensuring to provide the highest educational standards set by the curriculum.</p><p><b>Main Responsibilities:</b></p><p>- Experience: Previous experience in a nursery or preschool setting preferred.</p><p>- Education: Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or related field ( cache 2)</p><p>- Skills: Supportive, patient, and collaborative, with a passion for working with young children.</p><p>- Help teachers prepare lesson plans.</p><p>- Set up necessary material for class daily.</p><p>- Prepare props for class.</p><p>- Decorate and design classroom environment.</p><p>- Track student attendance and class schedules.</p><p>- Work with smaller groups of students for remedial teaching or reinforcing the learning process.</p><p>- Escort and supervise children.</p><p>- Make sure classrooms are safe and tidy before classes start.</p><p>- Assist teachers with various tasks.</p><p>- Help children adjust, learn and socialize and report to teachers</p><p>- Prepare Language lessons to deliver to children aged 0 to 6 years.</p><p>- Execute fun lessons in specific Language.</p><p>- Ensure basic communication in specific language.</p><p>- Develop materials for children to engage in.</p><p>- Evaluate students&rsquo; performances and progress.</p><p>- Participate in schoolwide activities, such as workshops and special events.</p><p>- Speak with children&rsquo;s parents to inform them of their progress in the languages.</p><p>- Collaborate with other teachers to develop school-wide policies and create an overall better learning environment.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED2,000.00 - AED2,500.00 per month</p>

Teacher Assistant

ACTION PATHWAYS

<div></div><div><div><div><b>NOTICE OF VACANT POSITION</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>TEACHER- NCPK &ndash; HEAD START &ndash; FAYETTEVILLE, NC</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>Continuous recruiting &ndash; hiring multiple candidates</b></div>
<div><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-time/Non-exempt</div>
<div><b>Starting Pay Range</b>: $55,000-60,000 Annually</div>
<div><b>Schedule:</b> Monday &ndash; Friday, 7 am &ndash; 3:30 pm, some nights and weekends</div>
<div></div><div><b>OVERVIEW OF GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES</b></div>
<div></div><div>Responsible for safety and well-being of assigned class of preschool-aged children. Teacher instructs in activities designed to promote social, physical, intellectual growth needed for kindergarten. Teacher directs activities of Teacher Assistant in providing high-quality services. Ensure Head Start Performance Standards and NC Day Care Licensing Standards are met to maintain center's highest-rated license by performing the following duties.</div>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></div>
<ul><li>Plans and conducts individual and group activities in a safe environment to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills such as learning to listen to instructions, playing with others, and using play equipment. Formulates long-range plans for current school year, plans and carries out weekly lesson plans, and develops a flexible daily schedule for the children.</li>
<li>Develops and maintains accurate and up-to-date records on each child. Reviews each child&rsquo;s progress daily. Ensures confidentiality of records. Administers developmental screenings. Establishes individual short- and long-range goals for each child. Measures and reports child and class outcomes. Keeps parents informed of child's progress through parent-teacher conferences and home visits.</li>
<li>Serves nutritious meals and snacks to children, while instructing in proper nutrition and health care. Instructs children in personal cleanliness and self-care practices, such as washing hands before meals, toileting, and brushing teeth. Helps children develop habits of caring for own clothing and picking up and putting away toys and books. Alternates periods of strenuous activity with periods of rest or light activity to avoid overstimulation and fatigue.</li>
<li>Maintains a clean, safe and healthy environment in the Head Start classroom. Ensures the physical environment is conducive to optimal growth and development of young children. Adheres to daily cleaning schedules. Uses equipment and supplies conscientiously. Notifies supervisor of needed repairs or replacement of equipment.</li>
<li>Ensure child/adult ratio is maintained at all times. Recruit, train and evaluate classroom volunteers. Maintain record of volunteer time and service provided.</li>
<li>Train, supervise, discipline and evaluate subordinate. Ensure time is recorded accurately and regularly on Web Clock. Approve weekly time sheet.</li>
<li>Meet with parents to help them learn to foster growth and development of their child. Conduct formal and informal parent-teacher conferences on each child's school adjustment, behavior, and developmental progress.</li>
<li>Attend all assigned training opportunities. Participate in outlining career development path with supervisor. Training includes pre-service, in-service, staff meetings, and external workshops.</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div>
<div><div><b>Education: </b>A Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with a Birth-Kindergarten SPII License or be willing and able to obtain the B-K license.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Experience: </b>Two to four years related early childhood teaching experience.</div>
</div><div><div>An equivalent combination of experience, training and education may be accepted.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Computer Skills
</b></div></div><div><div>To perform this job successfully, an individual should know Internet and Word Processing software. Employee must have sufficient computer skills to input and retrieve data as needed.</div>
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<b>Certificates &amp; Licenses
</b></div></div><div><div>Required certifications and licenses are:</div>
</div><div><ul><li>SP1 or SP2 license</li>
<li>Current (negative) TB test with receipt</li>
<li>Pre -employment physical</li>
<li>First Aid Certificate within 60 days of hire</li>
<li>CPR Certificate within 60 days of hire<br>
</li></ul></div><div><div><b>Other Requirements
</b></div></div><div><ul><li>Must be able to work conscientiously and effectively with a minimum of supervision, able to appropriately initiate, monitor, and achieve classroom and project objectives.</li>
<li>Employee must possess good verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Must be able to pass a criminal background record check and pass post-offer employment and random substance abuse tests.<br>
</li></ul></div><div><div><b>STANDARDS OF CONDUCT</b></div>
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<div></div><div><ul><li>Employee must recognize and be sensitive to the cultural, ethnic, and social diversity among the population served and the community at large.</li>
<li>Employee must maintain strict confidentiality and convey the necessity to coworkers.</li>
<li>Individual must exhibit tact and courtesy when representing the agency with the general public.</li>
<li>Employee must be committed to continuous quality improvement.</li>
<li>Employee must recognize that comprehensive policies govern program and operations. Employee is expected to become familiar with program policies that affect his or her area of responsibility and to implement program and agency policies such that best practices are used in all instances.</li>
</ul>
</div><div></div><div><b>HOW TO APPLY</b></div>
<div>Applicants must apply online at www.actionpathways.ngo</div></div></div><div></div>

Teacher - NC PreK

Regional Care Group

<p>Geminus Corporation partners with community-based health care providers, social service organizations and early childhood education programs to help increase access to high-quality social health care for children and families across Northern Indiana. Geminus Corporation is a member of the Regional Care Group.</p><p><b>Position Purpose:</b></p><p>To plan, organize, coordinate and implement a comprehensive education program at the Site level that is developmentally appropriate and meets the individual needs of the children. This is a 10+ Month Full Time position.</p><p>Adhere to HEAD START performance standards, GEMINUS policies and procedures and STATE MANDATES regarding the reporting of child abuse and neglect.</p><p><b>Position Scope: </b></p><p>The Lead Teacher is responsible for the care and education of a group of children as a part of a teaching team. This Lead Teacher is responsible to plan and implement the curriculum in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, Indiana Academic Foundations, Head Start Outcomes Framework, as well as, utilizing the Developmentally Appropriate Effective Practices as defined by the National Association of Young Children (NAEYC) and preparedness of school readiness. This position requires active participation with the children, families, other members of the teaching team, as well as, various Head Start staff, to assess and address the needs of individual children. This position will work closely with the Site Director both in Head Start and Early Head Start for child outcomes. The Lead Teacher is expected to present a positive and professional image of Geminus and the Head Start Division, and actively and effectively participate on committees and work teams as requested.</p><p><b>Essential Functions:</b></p><ul><li>Provide excellent customer service/communication skills.</li><li>Implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities.</li><li>Provide information for child records and progress reports.</li><li>Participate in trainings as required.</li></ul><p><b>Minimum Hiring Requirements:</b></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood/Development is required.</p><p>Three years of classroom experience with preschoolers in a licensed child care center-based program, or Head Start program, or public schools preferred. Spanish speaking preferred</p><p>Full-Time Days (Monday-Friday, 7:30a-3:30p)</p><p><b>What RCG has to offer you:</b></p><ul><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (full-time only)</li><li>Life Insurance/Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment</li><li>Short Term/Long Term Disability</li><li>Flexible Spending Account</li><li>401(k) Plan</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Wellness Differential for Discounted Gym Membership</li><li>Tuition Assistance</li><li>Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time only)</li><li>Working Advantage Employee Discount Program</li></ul><p>Pay Range: $27.06-$35.18 per hour</p><p><b>If what we offer speaks to you and you have a passion for helping people, then apply today! </b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $27.06 - $35.18 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Can you pass an extensive background check?</li><li>Can you pass a pre-employment drug screening?</li><li>Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?</li><li>Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development or a related field?</li><li>Are you aware this position is off during the summer in which you will need to use PTO or take the time unpaid if you don't have enough PTO accumulated?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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