Early Head Start Caregiver

Position: Early Head Start Caregiver

Requirements:

• Must possess an infant toddler CDA TCC, or AS or BS degree in ECE birth to 5.
• Experience in working with toddlers, including those with special needs.
• Experienced driver with valid license who has access to a vehicle that can be used on the job.
• Knowledgeable of resources within the community.
• Aware of the cultural and linguistic diversity of the children and families in the community.
• Must secure an acceptable criminal records check.
• Knowledgeable of basic computer skills and predominant software (word processing, spreadsheets, email, Internet).

Job Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating and secure learning environment

• Prepare lesson plans based on data collected during observations

• Monitor and record progress of children

• Maintain all required documentation

• Hold parent/teacher conferences and conduct student home visits

• Work to provide early establishment of a trusting and productive partnership with their students’ families to promote the advancement of those children and families

• Work to ensure that all aspects of the program meet or exceed Head Start Performance Standards and other requirements as set forth in the funding agency regulations

• Work to ensure that all aspects of the program meet or exceed all requirements set forth by the governing agency

• Follow all guidelines set forth in the Ninth District Opportunity’s Personnel Policies, Procedures Manual, and Operations Plan

• Attend training sessions as required by the agency

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.89 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17