Head Start Substitute Staff - Cottonwood County (#1024K-EV)

United Community Action Partnership, Inc • Windom, MN

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About The Position

To work together with the Head Start staff providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and self-sufficiency.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Obtained high school diploma or GED.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies.
• Knowledge and understanding of issues faced by low-income people in the nine-county area.
• Ability to travel within and out of the service area for meetings, workshops, and conferences.
• Reliable, regular attendance.
• Reliable mode of transportation.
• Knowledge and understanding of child development.
• Demonstrated problem solving or conflict resolution skills.
• Must complete a satisfactory Background Study.
• Must have satisfactory completion of medical exam and health screenings as requested per Head Start regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, and physical development of children.
• Assist with health, nutrition, and safety tasks.
• Assist with janitorial duties.
• Assist with transportation activities.
• Perform required record keeping.

Benefits

• The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST).
• Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees