About the role
Compensation: $18.02 - $26.76 p/hour + Benefits
JOB STATUS
Full time (40 hours/week), 9-Months Per Year, Union Position
LOCATION: Willmar, MN
Help create an amazing learning environment for young children! As a Head Start Assistant Teacher, you'll work side by side with our Head Start Teacher to spark curiosity, build independence, and inspire little learners - all while supporting parents to become their child's greatest advocate.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
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Team Up for Success:
Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan and most engaging and enriching classroom days ever!
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Stay Organized:
Keep everything running smoothly with accurate and up-to-date record keeping.
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Add a Health Twist:
Bring fun and creativity to the classroom with health and nutrition activities.
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Be the MVP:
Step in for the Head Start Teacher when needed - you're the ultimate backup!
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Pitch In:
Help out with light janitorial duties when necessary - teamwork makes the dream work.
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Promote the Program:
Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to spread the word about Head Start.
• Ensure
Safety:
Safely monitor the Head Start bus and transport children to and from the center.
SKILLS TO WOW US
- You know your way around a computer.
- You're a team player and can handle tasks on your own like a pro.
- Reliable? That's your middle name!
- You're up to speed on child development - or eager to learn.
- Problem-solving and keeping the peace? Piece of cake!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Must be 18 years or older.
- At least one (1) year of experience working with children ages 3-5.
- A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Early Childhood Degree - or the ability to obtain it within two years.
- CPR and First Aid Certification - or ready to get certified.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Salary range of $18.02 - $26.76/hour + Benefits!
- Full-time (40 hours per week), 9-Month Union Position
- Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!
BENEFITS
The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 12 paid holidays each year, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), hospital indemnity insurance, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401k retirement plan, HSA, FSA – medical & dependent care, Proximal Health, CancerCare, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program.
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.
CLOSING DATE
Open to the public until filled.
CONTACT
United Community Action Partnership, Inc.
320-235-0850
HumanResources@unitedcapmn.org
WEBSITE
www.unitedcapmn.org
United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.