What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator Head Start position at Wyoming Child and Family Development?
POSITION AVAILABLE: Wyoming Child & Family Development, Inc. Lusk Center is now scheduling interviews for a Paraeducator Head Start. This is a full-time position 40 hours/wk. 176 days/yr. We offer a full benefits package, no weekends, and most major holidays off, plus an extended winter holiday break. For more information, please contact the Center Director, Morgan at mkling@wyomingchild.org or call 307-334-2252. For more details on the job description, and to apply please visit: www.wyomingchild.org. The base hourly rate is $15.59. Application deadline:10/18/2024
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Job Summary:
To assist the teacher/home visitor in providing an individualized developmentally appropriate early childhood education program with the overall goal of social competence and school readiness for each child.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must be able to work well with children (ages birth through 5 years of age), including those with special needs, and their families.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, children, families, and community.
- Needs to be well organized and able to problem solve.
- Must have knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for children.
- The ability to follow and successfully complete both written and oral directions is necessary.
- Must have interpersonal skills to work with a variety of personality types.
- Must possess proper stress management techniques.
- Must be able to work in a flexible daily routine and change as required.
Education and Experience:
- Must have a High School Diploma or a G.E.D. and be 18 years of age (state requirements).
- Must attain additional training or certifications, which may be required by Wyoming Child and Family Development, Inc.
- In the absence of an early childhood degree, Paraeducators must attend CDA training and make application for a Child Development Associates Credential.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.92 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
