JOB FUNCTION:

To plan and implement learning experiences that advance the cognitive, physical, social and emotional development of children to promote school readiness. Support families in accessing necessary resources, completing program requirements, setting and achieving goals, and being involved in their child’s education.

*RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE*

The successful candidate who fills this position will receive a $1,000 recruitment incentive payment. The incentive will be paid as a one-time lump sum payment upon completion of a 6-month service period with CAPLP and with a performance review rate of “fully competent”. Failure to fulfill the expectations and duties of the position shall terminate any agreed upon Recruitment Incentive and may warrant reimbursement of the incentive.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in early childhood education
  • Coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education
• Valid Driver’s License and current vehicle insurance

Preferred:

• Prefer 1-year experience in early childhood setting
• Past Head Start staff or participant experience helpful
• Experience working with people with low incomes

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS:

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, but the employee should never lift more than 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Physical ability to move quickly to respond to children who are very active and may need restraint or redirection to ensure their safety or the safety of others in the environment
  • Daily kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children’s needs.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

AGENCY EXPECTATIONS:

1) Embrace, advocate, and carry out the mission, vision and core values of the Agency and adhere to all Agency Policies and Procedures

2) Familiarize and work toward the achievement of Agency-wide strategic plan goals, strategies and measures

3) Acts as a role model within, as well as outside the Agency

4) Provide friendly, responsive service to the public, community organizations and to those we serve

5) With a respectful and positive attitude, work with low income individuals and families with diverse backgrounds

6) Support, develop and maintain productive relationships required to carry out job activities

7) Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management

8) Maintain the security and confidentiality of all records and interpersonal interactions

9) Work effectively and cooperatively with community partners and co-workers

10) Participate in and/or lead Agency committees

11) Embrace our commitment to DEI

HEAD START PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical exam within 30 days, 3-year renewal
• First Aid, CPR certification
• Hepatitis B or documentation of refusal
• CARS training, 5-year renewal

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Child Services
  • Implement active supervisions strategies at all times
  • Complete and document program requirements to meet deadlines
  • Initiate and follow-up on referrals to service providers
  • Implement all policies, procedures, and licensing regulations
  • Individualize services to meet the needs of each child
  • Implement curriculum and assessment with fidelity
  • Develop weekly lesson plans
  Engage parents in the implementation of the curriculum to reflect family culture, traditions, and language
  
• Family Services
  • Establish positive, goal directed relationships with families, children and community partners
  • Partner with families to develop goals based on family strengths, needs and existing plans
  • Document all family contacts and services in Child Plus, including follow-up on referrals and family goals, and updates on ROMA goals
  • Participate in outreach and recruitment in service areas
  • Recruit parent representatives to serve on Policy Council and support them in fulfilling their duties
  • Promote and facilitate transition of children and families to appropriate community agencies ad school settings
  • Analyze family data to create individual family services and supports
  • Document all family contacts, services, referrals and follow-up in CAP 60 and ROMA.
  • Monitor attendance and work with the ERSEA Manager and families to maintain regular attendance
  • Participate in outreach and recruitment
  • Maintain a positive classroom climate that is welcoming to parents and community members and provides opportunities for engagement and school readiness
  Plan, facilitate, and document parent center committee meetings which reflect parent interests and curriculum, assisting parents to take a leadership role
  
• Administrative
  
  • Utilize tracking systems to determine completion of program requirements
  • Prepare and participate in monthly case management meetings
  • Collect in-kind monthly and ensure forms are accurate and turned in timely manner
  • Track and update inventory
  Guide and communicate with staff, parents, community partners, and volunteers to adhere to all program policies and procedures
  
• Agency and Division Support
  
  • Compile and submit required reports, plans and data to appropriate Supervisor
  • Assist with other program projects as requested by Supervisor
  • Attend and participate in agency, community and state meetings important to effective Agency operations
  • Assist with the orientation/ training of new staff
  • Seek out additional training to enhance personal development
  • Availability to work designated Agency hours for your Division and position
  
  

Commit to, embrace, and uphold the CAPLP Core Values

1) Raise the Bar:

We always strive for excellence and never settle for the status quo

Be your best self; Hold yourself and your team accountable; Always best practice

2) Be Brave:

We challenge ourselves to go further than before, endure obstacles and try new things

Think outside the box; Take risks; Say the hard things; Be part of the solution

3) Do the Right Thing:

We have the strength of character to do the right thing even when it’s not easy

Lead by example; Be mission-driven; Be professional and ethical, even when no one is looking

4) Care for Each Other:

We respect, trust and care for ourselves, our customers and our teammates

Be kind; Assume the best; Take time to build relationships; Celebrate success

5) Help People:

We help people to help themselves and each other, focusing on those who need us most

Show compassion; Embrace diversity; Go the extra mile