Head Start Associate Teacher

Keystone Human Services•Camp Hill, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Capital Area Head Start is seeking Associate Teachers to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families. As a Head Start Associate Teacher, you will work in collaboration with our inclusive education and support teams to deliver a high-quality, curriculum-based educational program. This includes assisting in developing and implementing lesson plans, approaching child development through family engagement and community partnerships, ensuring the health and safety of children, and maintaining positive outcomes. Head Start Associate Teachers work 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning a minimum of $16.60 per hour. Schedules are based on the school year and include 1576 work hours.

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, ability to use Microsoft Word, 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 make a difference

Nice To Haves

Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred

Responsibilities

Work in collaboration with inclusive education and support teams to deliver a high-quality, curriculum-based educational program.
Assist in developing and implementing lesson plans.
Approach child development through family engagement and community partnerships.
Ensure the health and safety of children.
Maintain positive outcomes.
Travel to home visits, training, and other locations.