Pre-K 3 Teacher

CESA 11 Head Start is a not for profit organization. We are driven to excel by our mission to Empower, Support, Educate and Lead. Our Vision is to create a healthy environment that will enable staff, parents and children to learn and grow in order to make a more positive impact within their communities. CESA 11 Head Start offers a variety of programs serving Pregnant women, children 0-3yrs old in a home based setting and 3 & 4yo center based programming. We offer exceptional benefits including health, dental and vision along with leave time, upon hire.

This is a full time 40hours/week, 195 days/yr. position.

Position Responsibilities:

This position is for the 3yo Lead Teacher at our Menomonie Head Start center. Our ideal candidate will provide leadership to the teaching team, giving clear direction to other adults in the classroom while sharing the work. Provide an environment and schedule to enhance learning and facilitate appropriate language and communication with children. Construct and implement appropriate motivation and guidance techniques along with implementing appropriate curriculum for the classroom. Provide home visits and parent teacher conferences as required. Proactively partner with Family Support Specialist and Early Head Start Staff to benefit children and families. Make efforts to enhance on the job training, promote collaborations with other agencies, and work with school districts as needed to make referrals, participate in IEP meetings and follow through with IEP plans.

Demonstrate the ability to establish positive relationships that generate a strong feeling on honesty, integrity and reliability. Demonstrate a positive attitude that is reflected in your behavior and treatment of others and possess the ability to act in difficult situations versus react.

Establish mutually respectful partnerships with families and fellow staff within the classroom and center.

Professionally represent the agency within the community and act as an advocate for Head Start families.

Wage Rate:

ECE Associates: $21.75

ECE Bachelors: $23.00

Candidate Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Ability to provide a copy of The Registry certificate within 3 months of assuming the position

Ability to work well with diverse families as well as with your center team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of the families and our program as required.

A valid drivers license is required.

Hours: 40 hours/week, 195 days/year.

Application Instructions

Apply with your resume on really or our website (https://headstart.cesa11.k12.wi.us/o/headstart/page/employment-opportunities).

For questions, please contact Head Start Central Office at (715) 986-2020.

A benefits package is available and pro-rated based on the number of hours worked per year. Please note that not all positions are eligible for all benefits offered.

In compliance with Head Start Performance Standard 1302.90(b)(1) through (5), Wisconsin State Day Care Licensing DCF 250.05(2)(b), and 13.01(1) through (2)(b) and 13.06(1)(a) through (4)(b)(2) of the Wisconsin Administrative Code and the 2009 Wisconsin Act 76, completion of the background check process will be required prior to hire.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.75 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Menomonie, WI 54751 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Menomonie, WI 54751: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $23