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Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Center Education Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting with all types of classroom activities such as providing services in compliance with program guidelines, policies and procedures, implementing developmental assessments, maintaining active supervision of children, assisting teachers with preparing lesson plans, promoting parent participation, and assessing/screening children's learning.

Essential Functions (Not All Inclusive): Assists with providing comprehensive services for children aged birth to three and/or three to five years of age. Maintains awareness of the developmental level of all children in the classroom, continually supervising and interacting with children. Assists with designing a safe and attractive learning environment. Assists with daily inspection of the center, classroom and playground daily, ensuring that materials and equipment are safe. Assists in implementing Head Starts' approved curricula by writing detailed and comprehensive lesson plans which include goals to achieve measurable outcomes in each curriculum area. Assists in promoting parent participation in all areas of the Program. Strictly adheres to the highest standards of confidentiality and ethics when working with children, parents and peers. Assists with coordinating the Head Start classroom environment by integrating information and services from all Head Start Service areas and community partners. Assists with implementing developmental assessments, child observations, anecdotal records, and other relevant information to share with the team. Maintains a thorough understanding of Rule 3 Licensing Guidelines, all relevant Health and Safety regulations, Federal Head Start Performance Standards, principles of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP), and established agency policies and procedures. Is an active participant in center, agency and community meetings, and participates in classroom team meetings. If assigned to the location of "multi-site", staff will be required to work at multiple locations and will be expected to support all classrooms, children ages 0-5 years. Other Duties assigned as necessary.

Requirements

Education & Experience: Must meet one of these three requirements: A current Preschool CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential; OR Enrolled and actively pursuing an AA/AS or BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or a degree in a related field. 6 months of experience in an early childhood setting, 9 semester credits

Abilities & Skills: To ensure compliance with program requirements, and safety of staff and clients, the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing is required. Ability to effectively relate and communicate to people of varying multi-ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have the stamina to model best practices in the classroom and act appropriately in an emergency situation. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation on a daily basis is preferred. Able to successfully pass pre-placement Head Start physical exam. Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire. Language fluency in Spanish, Karen, Nepali, or Somali preferred.

Benefits

Department: Head Start

Starting Salary Range: $20.37/hr - $22.39/hr - CDA in progress or enrolled in AA program, Non-Exempt, Union Eligible $21.63/hr - $23.79/hr - Completed CDA or a minimum of six credits in early childhood education or child development, Non-Exempt, Union Eligible

CAPRW's compensation offerings are determined by job related knowledge, education and relevant experience.

Locations:

University - 450 Syndicate Street North, Saint Paul, MN 55104

East YMCA - 875 Arcade St. St. Paul, MN 55106

West Side - 271 Belvidere St. E. St. Paul, MN 55107

North Saint Paul - 2499 Helen St. North, North Saint Paul. MN 55109

Ruth Benner Center - 586 Fuller Avenue St. Paul, MN 55103

McDonough - 1544 Timberlake Road St. Paul, MN 55117

Candidates will be placed at a location with vacancies based on program needs

Schedule: M-F, 40 Hours/Week, Seasonal (9-10 months) or Full Year (FY)

University Head Start- 9:15am - 5:45pm

Battle Creek Head Start - 7:15am - 3:45pm (FY)

Battle Creek Head Start- 8:30am - 5:00pm

Ruth Benner Center Head Start- 9:15am - 5:45pm (FY)

Hybrid Capability: This position has 0% -10% hybrid capability.

Posting Dates : This position will be reposted until all vacancies are filled.

Benefits: Community Action offers excellent benefits including generous 23 days paid time off (PTO) for new employees, 14 paid holidays plus two personal days, health, dental, vision & life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA), flexible saving accounts (FSA), retirement, employee discount programs, tuition assistance programs and so much more!

Background Checks: Community Action conducts criminal background checks at the time of hire. Not all backgrounds are a barrier to employment.

Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We recruit, select, hire, place, transfer, promote, demote, layoff, discipline, terminate, recall, compensate, and train without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, disability, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other basis protected by applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible.

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