Head Start Assistant Teacher - Willmar (#1026J)

JOB STATUS: Full time (36 hours/week), 12-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:

• •Team Up for Success: Collaborate with the Head Start Teacher to plan and most engaging and enriching classroom days ever!
• •Stay Organized: Keep everything running smoothly with accurate and up-to-date record keeping.
• •Add a Health Twist: Bring fun and creativity to the classroom with health and nutrition activities.
• •Be the MVP: Step in for the Head Start Teacher when needed - you're the ultimate backup!
• •Pitch In: Help out with light janitorial duties when necessary - teamwork makes the dream work.
• •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 (36 hours per week), 12-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, 13 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

[email protected]

WEBSITE:

www.unitedcapmn.org

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.