Hybrid Head Start Assistant Teacher - Jackson (0825H) bei United Community Action Partnership, Inc

JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours/week), 9Months Per Year starting As Soon As Possible, Union position

LOCATION: Jackson, MN

Help create an amazing learning environment for young children! As a Head Start Assistant Teacher, you'll work side by side with our Head Start Teacher to spark curiosity, build independence, and inspire little learners - all while supporting parents to become their child's greatest advocate.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Team Up for Success: Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan and most engaging and enriching classroom
            days ever!
• Stay Organized: Keep everything running smoothly with accurate and up-to-date record keeping.
• Add a Health Twist: Bring fun and creativity to the classroom with health and nutrition activities.
• Be the MVP: Step in for the Head Start Teacher when needed - you're the ultimate backup!
• Pitch In: Help out with light janitorial duties when necessary - teamwork makes the dream work.
• Promote the Program: Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to spread the word about Head Start.

• Ensure Safety: Safely drive the Head Start bus and transport children to and from the center.

SKILLS TO WOW US:
• You know your way around a computer.
• You're a team player and can handle tasks on your own like a pro.
• Reliable? That's your middle name!
• You're up to speed on child development - or eager to learn.
• Problem-solving and keeping the peace?  Piece of cake!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Must be 19 years or older. 
• At least one (1) year of experience working with children ages 3-5.
• A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Degree - or the ability to obtain it within                 two years.
• CPR and First Aid Certification - or ready to get certified.

• CDL - or willingness to obtain within 3 months.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
• Starting salary of $16.97 - $25.81/hour - plus benefits!
• Full-time (40 hours per week), 9-Month Union Position

• Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!

BENEFITS:

The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 12 paid holidays each year, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), hospital indemnity insurance, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401k retirement plan, HSA, FSA – medical & dependent care, Proximal Health, CancerCare, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

CLOSING DATE: Open to the public until filled.

CONTACT:       

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

320-235-0850

[email protected]

WEBSITE: 

www.unitedcapmn.org

                                  United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.