Head Start Substitute

Keystone Human Services • Harrisburg, PA

8d • $16

About The Position

Capital Area Head Start is seeking Substitutes to join our mission in providing a comprehensive child development program designed to give children a head start in life, empowering parents and strengthening families. If you have the passion and heart to make a difference and uplift communities, Head Start is the place for you! Substitutes support classroom staff in the delivery of quality educational programming, ensuring the safety of children ages 3-5, and assisting with the implementation of daily lesson plans and activities. Position Details: $15.58 per hour Casual/Per Diem, Non Exempt position Schedule: Hours between 7:30AM and 4:30PM based on center Positions available in Dauphin and Cumberland counties

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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 pre-employment process, including Criminal History, Child Abuse and FBI clearances

Nice To Haves

• Preschool CDA or Associate’s degree in early childhood education
• Experience working with young children
• Participation in Head Start or Early Head Start
• Bi/multi-lingual

Responsibilities

• support classroom staff in the delivery of quality educational programming
• ensuring the safety of children ages 3-5
• assisting with the implementation of daily lesson plans and activities

Benefits

• Knowing you make a difference everyday
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees