Early Head Start Assistant Teacher - Marita Theisen
About The Position
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of families and individuals in our communities across nine counties. We believe in the power of collaboration, working alongside for-profit businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and local community members to create stronger, healthier communities. The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher supports the Teacher in planning, implementing, and maintaining a nurturing and supportive educational program for participating children. The Assistant Teacher is the designated lead Head Start staff person at times during the day when the teacher is not present in the classroom.
Requirements
- High School Diploma (or equivalent)
- Three (3) months of experience working in a child care setting.
- Valid ID.
- Reliable transportation.
- Receive clearance by the Iowa Department of Human Services on child abuse and criminal checks prior to hire and resubmit every two (2) years.
- Pass a pre-employment health examination and subsequent health examinations every three (3) years thereafter.
- Receive clearance through National FBI fingerprint checks. Fingerprints must be submitted for national check prior to hire or start date at the center. Resubmit every four (4) years.
Nice To Haves
- AA in Early Childhood Education.
- Child Development Associate Certification (CDA)
Responsibilities
- Supports the Teacher in planning, implementing, and maintaining a nurturing and supportive educational program for participating children.
- Serves as the designated lead Head Start staff person at times during the day when the teacher is not present in the classroom.
Benefits
- Company Paid Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Short-Term Disability (After 1 Year of Employment)
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental (Voluntary Coverage)
- Voluntary Insurance Plans
- Health and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life
- Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Retirement Savings Options
- Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) or 403(b) plan with a generous company match of or up to 9.44% of your gross wage
- Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper Iowa University
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
