Early Head Start Early Childhood Teacher - Marita Theisen

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program • Dubuque, IA

1d • Onsite

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 Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining a nurturing and supportive early childhood educational experience for participating children and families. The position oversees the daily implementation of all Head Start standards in the educational classroom operation.

Requirements

• Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate Credential (CDA).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Car Insurance.
• 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.
• Please attach any trainings/transcripts/or diplomas to your application.

Nice To Haves

• Current State of Iowa Early Childhood Teacher License.

Responsibilities

• Planning, implementing, and maintaining a nurturing and supportive early childhood educational experience for participating children and families.
• Overseeing the daily implementation of all Head Start standards in the educational classroom operation.

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
• Additional Benefits
• Corporate Advantage Partnership
• Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper Iowa University

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed