Position to begin in August.
Job description
Who we are: We strive to provide quality comprehensive services to children and families. We not only provide quality educational services to the child, we also provide a number of family and health services. We pride ourselves in high quality work. Head Start is seeking employees to join a fun work atmosphere in our family-oriented program!!
If you are interested in a challenging, exciting career, Head Start Child & Family Development may be for you.
Our Mission: To provide comprehensive services and referrals to children and families with respect and dignity.
Head Start is seeking employees to join a fun work atmosphere in our family oriented program!!
Full-time, Para-Professionals needed for the Grand Island Head Start. Wage is $15.29 per hour with a $1.00 pay differential for those with an A.A. in ECE. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Benefits include paid time off and on going training opportunities available.
Bilingual applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
Please call 402-462-4187 ext. 141 for more information.
The Para-Professional is responsible for working in a team environment to assist the Teacher and classroom employees in providing support for educational activities, meals, classroom management, and other classroom activities in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards.
- Utilize developmentally appropriate classroom activities for children.
- Encourage parents to participate in the program in a variety of ways that fit their skills and time. Collect in-kind related to this participation.
- Attend employee meetings and professional development.
- Complete classroom and curriculum preparation duties as assigned.
- Enter GOLD observations for children.
- Work towards CDA (Child Development Associate) if qualifications are not met upon hire. Actively work towards CDA and communicate monthly progress with supervisor.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.29 - $16.29 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
