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Come join the amazing Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack team!

We are a private non-profit committed to doing all we can in the fight against poverty. Our legacy goes back to the 1960's and we manage over 70 programs designed to help those who need it most. You'll join a team of talented and passionate people who are motivated to make our community as strong and resilient as possible.

Working for Head Start and Early Head Start provides an opportunity to support the most vulnerable children in your community and help them and their families achieve success in school and in life.

You'll join a team of talented and passionate people who are motivated to make our community as strong and resilient as possible.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Teacher Aide or Substitute Teacher is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in providing a quality educational experience for the children enrolled.

PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITES:

• Participates in the daily activities planned for the children.
• Actively supervises all children inside and outside of the classroom by following the Supervision of Children policy and zoning procedures.
• Engages in appropriate adult-child interactions carefully attending to the social/emotional relationship.
• Assists in daily classroom routines, such as, food preparation, toileting, tooth brushing, rest time and cleanup procedures.
• Assists with the clean-up of the classroom each day to ensure that all areas are organized and in safe repair for the next day’s program.
• Participates in the daily review of classroom activities and children’s behaviors with classroom teachers.
• Consults with Lead Teacher when problems arise.
• Complies with Center’s policies, Head Start requirements, and New Hampshire Child Care Licensing regulations.
• Develops a plan for professional growth in the area of early childhood education (Teacher Aide classification only).

AGENCY RESPONSIBILTIIES:

You are part of something bigger than just your program and every CAPBM employee is accountable for delivering the highest quality of service and support to all of our stakeholders including program participants, clients, volunteers, coworkers, contractors, vendors, and any other individual touched by the work we do.

• Be committed to the Agency's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Express courtesy and willingness to assist others while providing positive, prompt, and quality assistance to all CAPBM stakeholders.
• Maintain adequate knowledge of all CAPBM programs to make referrals to other CAPBM programs beneficial to the participant.
• Maintain professional boundaries with all current, past, and prospective clients, and maintain the confidentiality of clients and staff per CAPBM policy and procedure. Adhere strictly to the confidentiality of clients, co-workers, and internal business information.
• Present a professional and positive image as a representative of CAPBM.
• Follow established policies and procedures and comply with all safety requirements.
• Communicate proactively with the supervisor regarding workflow, problems, suggestions, etc.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment; and attend team and staff meetings as scheduled.
• Be punctual for scheduled work, use time appropriately, and complete work in a timely fashion with minimal errors.

CAPBM FULL TIME BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off – Earn up to four weeks in your first year
• Paid Holidays – 12 per year
• Health Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Health Insurance Buyout
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCA)
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Employer paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary 403(b) with 5% Employer Match After One Year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program

ADDITIONAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT BENEFITS

• Annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) Raise year)
• 50% off child care in our centers (subject to availability)
• A Practice-Based Coach, Behavior Support Coordinator, and Mental Health Consultant on staff for employee support
• Paid professional development days and trainings during work days free of cost (airfare, meals, hotel included!)
• Annual Staff Retreat day and Staff Wellness days Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Assistance to Education staff in completing a CDA (we help you through that process and cover the cost).
• Professional Development Specialists on staff to complete verification visits, observation, and portfolio review.
• Many career growth opportunities!

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience working with preschool children a plus.
• Strong desire to interact with young children and their families.
• Ability to effectively communicate with children.
• Ability to communicate and work well with other staff.
• Fluency in language spoken primarily by Head Start families.
• Anticipates and responds positively to continuous change and challenge.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalency credential.
• Training in Early Childhood Education desirable.
• At least 9 credits in ECE preferred (one of which is Child Growth and Development).
• Parent substitutes must have successfully completed the Head Start Substitute Training Program.

License/Certification:

• Successful completion of criminal record check.
• A current physical examination report must be kept on file.
• Valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation for required travel.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Community Action program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.