Head Start Associate Teacher

Keystone Human Services•Camp Hill, PA

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About The Position

Capital Area Head Start is seeking Associate Teachers to support its mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families. Working collaboratively with inclusive education and support teams, the Associate Teacher helps deliver a high-quality, curriculum-based educational program. The role works 10 months of the year, follows the school-year schedule, and includes 1,576 work hours. Employees have summers off and earn a minimum of $16.96 per hour. Capital Area Head Start offers a competitive benefits package, extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement subject to eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs. The job description notes that its duties and qualifications are general and are not a comprehensive inventory of all role requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or ability to obtain the credential within two years of hire.
Basic computer skills, including ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook and learn web-based systems.
Ability to travel to home visits, training, and other locations.
Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances.
Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to making a difference.