Head Start Pre K Counts Teacher
About The Position
Capital Area Head Start is seeking Pre K Counts Teachers to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families. As a Head Start Pre K Counts Teacher, you will work with an inclusive team to deliver a high-quality, curriculum-based educational program for children ages 3-5. Responsibilities include developing and implementing lesson and individualized service plans, approaching child development through family engagement and community partnerships, ensuring the health and safety of children, and maintaining outcomes while promoting progress in accordance with Head Start standards. Pre K Counts Teachers work 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning a minimum of $36.71 per hour. Schedules are based on the school year and include 1576 work hours. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and more! Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing. Our team benefits from extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid PA teaching certificate in early childhood education
- Experience working with young children
- Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and learn web based systems
- Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle, or public transportation
- Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred
Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing lesson and individualized service plans
- Approaching child development through family engagement and community partnerships
- Ensuring the health and safety of children
- Maintaining outcomes while promoting progress in accordance with Head Start standards
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Extensive training and learning opportunities
- Career development and advancement
- Tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines
- Health and wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
