Head Start is a preschool agency working with children ages 3-5 in a classroom setting. We work on building social/emotional, language, cognitive, large and small motor, and school readiness goals to prepare children for the next step....Kindergarten.
We have the following positions open for the 24-25 school year. Come join the team and help make a difference in little lives!!
HS Child and Family Manager/Coach:
*Position Summary: This position is responsible for managing HS child and family services, monitoring for compliance and best practice; guiding and directing HS staff; assisting with program design and management, including: self-assessment, staff files; training for education staff and HS FES; grant budgets and applications; and coordinates with other agency staff and community partners to ensure quality services throughout the program, promoting school readiness and parent, family, and community engagement; taking the lead in staff development, CDA, and CLASS.
*Qualifications: BA/BS in Education with Early Childhood endorsement required, supervisory experience preferred; knowledge of the Head Start program preferred
*Position Summary: This position is responsible for providing high-quality coaching, guided reflection, training and technical assistance on best practices related to early learning and supporting social emotional development. Employee will coach staff to improve instructional outcomes and intentional teaching strategies in accordance with the program’s School Readiness Goals and The Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
*Qualifications: BA/BS Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field; 2 Years’ experience working with young children
Early Head Start Family Engagement Specialist
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for conducting weekly home visits with assigned enrolled Early Head Start families to support parents in their role as their child’s first teacher and as learners themselves; to engage parents in steps to improve their overall wellbeing; and to help infants and toddlers develop skills for success in their current environment and in the future, in school and life; and continuing family support as children transition into a Head Start classroom.
Qualifications Include:
BA/BS degree in Human Services or related field preferred
AA in Human Services with two years experience working with families with limited incomes.
Family Development Specialist Cert. and/or knowledge of early childhood development a plus.
High School diploma with the ability to acquire a Home Visitor CDA within 18 months of hire.
Teacher
Qualifications include:
BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred; AA in Early Childhood Education or related field required; experience with working in a classroom setting also preferred.
Teacher Associate
Qualifications include:
AA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred; High School diploma/GED required; experience working with preschool age children or working in a classroom setting preferred.
Teacher Associate/Kitchen Assistant - Eagle Grove Classroom
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for: various assigned duties that support the daily operations of the classroom or center. These assignments may include: bus monitor duties, meal service, and/or cleaning. This position also assists in providing a safe, healthy, stimulating learning environment that supports school readiness, in recordkeeping and reporting; and in welcoming and engaging children and families with the guidance and direction from the Teacher.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required; AA in Early Childhood Education preferred.
Experience working with preschool aged children in a classroom setting preferred
Experience working in a kitchen following food handling guidelines and meal prepping/cooking preferred
Hourly wage is based on education and experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish paid an additional $1.00/hr.
How to apply:
*Click the 'Apply for Employment' button on the home screen and complete the application
*Resumes can be emailed to airving@yourhs-ehs.org
Call Adrianne @ 515-573-2453 ext. 208 if you have any questions or would like more information.
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