Apprentice Teacher

Do you like working with young children?

Are you interested in gaining experience and certification in Early Childhood Education while getting paid?

If so, you might be a great match for a position as an

Apprentice Teacher

Opportunities for Full-time positions in Preschool and Infant Toddler Early Learning Centers.

Ideal candidate includes:

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. recipients
• New to the workforce, returning to the workforce after a considerable absence, changing careers into Early Childhood Education, etc.
• Ability to be cleared through the DHHS fingerprinting process
• Being willing to work and complete classes/coursework
• Meeting other program eligibility

Benefits:

• 30-40 paid hours per week in a classroom with a mentor teacher
• Rate of Pay: $15.35 per hour
• This position is also currently eligible for an additional monthly wage supplement through the State of Maine Early Childhood Educator Workforce Salary Supplement Program. The tiered supplements are currently in payments of $240, $360, or $540 monthly. Visit maine.gov/dhhs for more information.
• Agency paid-for Child Development Associate (CDA) training and certification
• Agency provided laptop while completing education
• Provided a workforce coach to support the process and enhancing skills for the workplace (interviewing, attire, etc.)
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, accident, critical illness & hospital indemnity offerings
• Paid Time Off (up to 18 days for full-time employees)
• Up to 13 paid holidays per year
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution and match

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required
• Considerable stamina is needed to bend, lift, carry, etc.
• Agency provided CPR and First Aid certifications after the hire
• Pre-employment physical, SBI, DMV, DHHS fingerprinting, Maine and National Sex Offender Registry, federal debarment, and fraud background checks must be completed upon offer hire as a condition of employment.

Community Concepts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider, committed to fair employment practices in full compliance with applicable laws. Qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to religion, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, physical or mental condition, or any other legally protected characteristic. Please request any necessary accommodations to participate in the application process.