Capital Area Head Start is seekingAssociateTeachers to join ourmissionofmaking a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families.
As a Head StartAssociateTeacher,you willwork incollaboration with our inclusiveeducation and supportteamsto delivera high-quality, curriculum-based educationalprogramThis includesassisting indeveloping and implementing lesson plans, approaching child development through family engagement and community partnerships, ensuring the health and safety of children, andmaintainingpositiveoutcomes
Head StartAssociateTeacherswork 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning aminimum of $16.60per hour. Schedules are basedonthe school year and include 1576 work hours.Additionalbenefits include a competitive benefits packagecomprisedofmedical, dental, vision,paidtimeoff, 401K, and more!
Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing.Our teambenefitsfrom extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines,andhealth and wellness programs.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or ability to obtain the credential within two years of hire
Basic computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and learnweb basedsystems
Ability to travel to home visits, training, and other locations
Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances
Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to make a difference
Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred
Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Keystone Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the human spirit of all people. Since 1972, we have worked to promoting inclusion, creating opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to fully participate in their communities and fully enjoy their human rights.
We provide community-based services to children and adults with autism, individuals with intellectual disabilities, and adults experiencing mental illness. Our programs also include early intervention, Capital Area Head Start, and Susquehanna Service Dogs.
Although we’re based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, we serve children, adults, and families throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, and Connecticut, as well as Moldova and India.
