Ottawa Head Start Jobs

Company Overview
The Tri-County Opportunities Council Early Head Start/Head Start Program serves 483 expectant mothers and children ages birth to five in the nine Illinois Counties of Bureau, Carroll, LaSalle, Lee, Marshall, Ogle, Putnam, Stark, and Whiteside. The program offers comprehensive child and family development services to those deemed eligible. The program’s primary goals are to partner with parents to promote self-esteem, increase self-confidence, and advance school readiness skills for children. Comprehensive programming includes education, medical, dental, mental health, and nutritional services; welcomes children with disabilities or special needs; and provides family education, advancement, and social service support while connecting enrolled families to community resources and transportation assistance. The program offers various options to meet the needs of children, families, and communities throughout all nine counties.

Mission Statement: T.C.O.C. Head Start is committed to taking the leadership role in developing partnerships to build stronger communities. We create and nurture supportive experiences that lead to successful outcomes for children, families, and staff.

*For all positions applicants must be 21 or over*

Open Job Positions in Ottawa, IL for Early Head Start or Head Start:

• Ottawa Teacher Assistant (Head Start): 40 hrs./wk.; full-year position. Minimum of a high school diploma. Previous experience in early childhood education is preferred but not required. Persons with or without experience will be required to obtain a Preschool CDA within 12 months of hire and will be encouraged to obtain their associate's degree in ECE. Starting Wage Range: $16.00 to $18.94

• Ottawa Lead Teacher (Head Start): 40 hrs./wk.; full-year position. Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a closely related degree with a minimum of 21 credit hours in ECE. Previous experience in a licensed early childhood setting is desired. Starting Wage Range: $20.74 to $23.92

• Ottawa Bus Driver/Class Aide (Head Start): 18 hrs./wk. Bus Driver and 12 hrs./wk. Class Aide; part-year position. Minimum of a high school diploma or GED and an excellent driving record. Must have held a valid driver’s license for at least three (3) consecutive years before hire. Starting Wage Range: $17.00 to $17.82

• Ottawa Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher (Early Head Start): 40 hrs./wk.; full-year position. A minimum of an AAS in Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework. In addition to the above requirements, nine credits in infant-toddler studies are required. Previous experience in a licensed early childhood setting is desired. Starting Wage Range: $16.00 to $22.74

• Recruitment/PR Coordinator (Location Negotiable: Southern Area): 40 hrs./wk.; full-year position. Minimum of an associate’s degree in social services, human services, public relations, marketing, early childhood education, or a closely related field. Starting Wage Range: $17.91 to $22.74

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance (Must work 20 hours/per week)
• Vision Insurance (Must work 20 hours/per week)
• Life Insurance (Must work 20 hours/per week)
• Health Insurance – 2 Plans (Must work 30 hours/per week)
• Partially Paid Family Medical Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Sick Time
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Tri-County Opportunities Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provider. Applications from women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.74 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What Ottawa job position are you interested in?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Location:

• Ottawa, IL 61350 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Ottawa, IL 61350 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $21