Description:
Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP), which seeks to strengthen individuals, families and communities through direct services and community collaborations that create solutions to poverty, is looking to hire a Teacher Assistant at our NEW Hight Family Early Learning Center location in Skowhegan.
The Hight Center provides early care and education to children ages 3 to 5. You will be part of preparing the new space to provide outstanding care and education to Skowhegan children and families. Make a difference in the lives of Skowhegan's youngest residents by creating a safe space for children to learn and grow!
Responsibilities
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Working within a team to support children’s developmental progress and school readiness
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Supporting child assessment
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Individualizing for diverse learners
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Supporting the implementation of PreK for ME Curriculum
Requirements:
- Minimum of one year experience in group care setting with young children.
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Must be able to meet requirements of agency & State Child Care Licensing regulations for background checks and physical exams.
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Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication (written & verbal) documentation, critical thinking, basic computer, and group management skills.
Tier I (Starting wage: $17.17/hour):
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Must be eligible for Ed Tech II certification from the Department of Education.
Tier II (Starting wage: $18.38/hour):
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Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education with knowledge of Head Start standards and Licensing regulations
Benefits
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13 Paid Holidays, including Juneteenth and Indigenous People’s Day, plus one additional day during your Birthday month
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Low cost health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance options
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100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
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Generous Paid Time Off program that starts at 4 weeks per year
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Employer-sponsored retirement plan that includes an employer contribution and an employer match
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Annual CSA program that delivers a weekly box of food from local farms to all participating employees for 20+ weeks per year
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Professional growth and development opportunities
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Minimum of $275/month supplement, as guided by the Maine ECE Workforce Salary Supplement Program. Amounts to be reevaluated at the states discretion.
