Job Summary:

Support and engage families through their participation in Head Start, Early Head Start, and Primary School Support programs options in Tompkins County. Facilitating access to program and community resources that support and build solutions for individualized child and family goal plans through strength based family partnerships. Ensure maximum opportunities for children and family participation in program and community activities throughout Tompkins County. Support program activities that enhance School Readiness and Family Engagement program goals.personal growth and development.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of # 12 credits in Early Childhood Education

Enrollment in Child Development Associate (CDA) credential at time of hire; with a completion date # 18 months from date of hire OR enrollment in an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Services or related field; with a completion date # 18 months from date of hire.

One (1) year work experience meeting position competencies.

Meet TCAction criteria for satisfactory driver’s license in order to access agency owned vehicles and access to personal transportation for work related activities.

For detailed job descriptions: access our website: www.tcaction.org. Mail, fax, or email resume w/cover letter to Human Resources Director, TCAction, 701 Spencer Road, Ithaca, NY 14850; Fax# (607) 273-3293

Applications accepted until positions are filled. AA/EEO.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Tompkins County, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person