Early Childhood Aide

Our Values reflect who we are and what we stand for as an agency

●Build Supportive Relationships
Meaningful partnerships strengthen people and communities.

●Empower People
Everyone deserves an opportunity to set and reach their goals.

●Promote Dignity
We deliver equitable services that respect and value all people.

●Work Together
Support the people we serve, each other and our partners across programs.

Minnesota Valley Action Council, Inc. is a community action agency. We are for communities, not for profit. We have served the people of south-central Minnesota since 1965. We believe that hard work should be valued and rewarded, that working people are struggling and that MVAC provides solutions. We develop resources and opportunities that empower people in low-wage work to secure affordable housing, viable transportation, employment, and training for employment and educational opportunities for children. MVAC provides services in Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan counties

Applications will only be accepted for currently open positions.

Do you have a passion for your ABC’s?  Come work for Head Start! Responsible for assisting with classroom operation including the planning and implementation of activities, maintaining classroom environment, meal preparation, supervising children, and record keeping.

Responsible for assisting with classroom operations including the planning and implementation of activities, maintaining the classroom environment, meal preparations and supervision of children. Assist with individual or groups of children with social or emotional regulation needs. Assist with
addressing challenging behaviors by observing to determine possible causes of the behavior, Implementing intervention strategies, teaching children new social and communication skills. Assist children on and off the bus, maintaining orderly conduct while bus is in transit when transportation is
provided. Must meet the Head Start Performance Standards to support the child's development and school readiness. Develop and maintain professional working relationships with families, partners, coworkers, and supervisors.

Your benefits may include: 
Paid vacation and sick leave 
12 paid holidays each year 
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Prefer degree in Early Childhood or Center Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. If non-degreed a minimum of a Child Development Associate ( CDA) must be completed within two years of hire date. Prefer previous work or volunteer experience with groups of preschool age children and working with the public. Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills beneficial.
Bilingual beneficial.

Salary : $16 - $16