What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Assistant Teacher (Temporary) - Tracy (#1224D) position at United Community Action Partnership, Inc?
**$2,000 Sign-On Bonus**
JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours/week), 3-4 Months starting As Soon As Possible, Non-Union position
LOCATION: Tracy, MN
RESPONSIBILITIES: To work together with the Head Start Teacher providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and
self-sufficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES: To work together with the Head Start Teacher providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and
self-sufficiency.
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
- To assist the Head Start Teacher to plan and prepare for center days.
- Perform required record keeping.
- Share in the planning of classroom health and nutrition activities.
- Attend training and staff meetings as designated.
- Serve as a short-term substitute in the absence of the Head Start Teacher.
- Assist Aide with janitorial duties, as needed.
- Assist with grantee efforts in recruitment of Head Start children.
- Follow established safety procedures.
- Drive Head Start Bus or Provide Bus Monitoring as applicable to area.
- Support and Model United’s Behavioral Competencies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- One (1) year experience working with 3–5 year-olds.
- A current Child Development Associate (CDA) or an Early Childhood Degree or willingness to obtain within two (2) years.
- CDL or willingness to obtain within three months as applicable to area.
- CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
- Computer/keyboarding skills required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to travel in a nine (9) county area regularly and out of the nine (9) county area for meetings, workshops, and conferences.
- Reliable, regular attendance.
- Reliable mode of transportation.
- Knowledge and understanding of child development.
- Demonstrated problem solving or conflict resolution skills.
- Must have satisfactory completion of background check.
- Must have satisfactory completion of medical exam and health screenings as required per Head Start regulations.
CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled
CONTACT:
United Community Action Partnership, Inc.
320-235-0850
Humanr@unitedcapmn.org
WEBSITE:
www.unitedcapmn.org
United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.
Salary : $17 - $21