This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2251665

Status: NON-Exempt / HOURLY Reports to: Education Administrator

Starting Pay: \$16.29 Without current I/T CDA

Starting Pay: \$17.19 With current non-expired I/T CDA

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays

Year around employment Season may begin in MAY and run through JANUARY. With some downtime

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

• Plan and conduct classroom instructional curriculum and activities for assigned children to implement a curriculum that encourages the growth of language, social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and communication skills.
• Supervise and monitor the work activities of assigned Teacher Aide(s), Classroom Floaters and Volunteers
• Conduct and monitor developmental screening of children, assist in collaborating and implementing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
• Monitor the progress of individual children.
• Perform daily health checks of children.
• Participate in home visits with parents of assigned children and conduct parent-staff conferences.
• Prepare, maintain, and present records, documents, reports, reviews, and databases.
• May perform duties of office staff.
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of Teacher Aides
• Represent the MSHS program to community, local and regional educational agencies.
• Knowledge of and the ability to stay current on new educational practices, techniques, and objectives.
• Ability to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment in a classroom environment.
• Ability to provide children with experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity.
• Ability to develop and implement clear, reasonable, consistent, and age-appropriate rules and expectations for children.
• Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, safety practices, and Head Start Performance Standards

Qualifications

Required

• Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate credential (CDA); must maintain CDA credential.
• Must be proficient in both English and Spanish, orally and in writing.
• One year or more teaching or related early education experience
• Current driver\'s license and proof of auto insurance
• Must pass physical examination and background checks, including state day care clearance.
• Must obtain clearance of Tuberculosis.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification.

Preferred

• Associate degree in early childhood education

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; to reach with hands and arms; to climb or balance; and smell.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment

Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated.

BENEFITS:

Yes! We offer benefits for our Seasonal Staff. Whats in it for you.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• • Low deductibles
  • Low employee premiums

• Group Life Insurance

• • Roth & Traditional 401K

  • • Available after 1 yr. of employment
    • Employer match up to 4.5%

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• AFLAC

• Legal Shield

• Benefit ontinuation (COBRA)

LEAVE:

Paid Time Off (PTO)

First year of service - 16 hours up front and up to 5 PTO days each year

After 3 years of service - 16 hours up front and up to 8 PTO days each year

After 10 y