Head Start Pre K Counts Teacher

Keystone Human Services•Harrisburg, PA

21h•Onsite

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.

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
Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to make a difference

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