*All hiring will resume January 9th due to our holiday closure*
PROGRAM: Birth to Five Head start Infant and Toddler
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Non-exempt
DEPARTMENT: Education
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Regular, Full-time
REPORTS TO: Site Based Manager
WORKING HOURS: Monday - Friday, See General Description below
SUPERVISES: None
LOCATION: To be determined based on the need of the program.
GENERAL Description
This position requires helping infants and toddlers develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a stable learning environment through an individualized curriculum plan. Full year program. Working hours for the full day position are Monday-Friday and vary between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Maintains open lines of communications with immediate supervisor, parents, and volunteers.
- Plans and implements an individualized, responsive plan for infants and toddlers and allows an opportunity for parent input. Has classroom material ready at all times.
- Documents children's files daily on class attendance & nutrition, health, and behavior monitoring.
- Reinforces classroom and environmental safety.
- Screens children for disabilities and submits reports to the Family Service Advocate and Health Coordinator.
- Involves parents in educational activities to enhance their role as the principal influence on the child's growth and development.
- Provides materials appropriate to the child's age and level of development.
- Serves the cultural background of the children using classroom materials, activities and related languages.
- Promotes a high self-esteem, is a good role model, and follows agency's behavior management system and code of ethics.
- Keeps in touch with each child's family by making two (2) home visits each year.
- Is required to administer and complete the developmental screening on all Early Head Start children within 45 days of the child's enrollment date.
- Works closely with the children's family and the Family Advocate to maintain attendance.
- Attends to morning inspections--keeping children clean and well groomed, serving meals and snacks, preparing for nap or rest time, and toilet training.
- Participates in the annual community assessment.
- Participates in Pre-Service training and on-going in-service workshops as required by the program.
- Maintains adequate amount of supplies at the center.
- Attends cluster meetings, parent meetings, and workshops.
- Works at various Early Head Start social events.
- Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, Site Based Manager, Education Coordinator, or Director of Birth to Five Head Start.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- GED or High School diploma, and
- An Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and/or must be willing to acquire an Infant/Toddler CDA within 1 year of hire.
- Must be willing to acquire an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education by taking at least two approved college courses each year.
- Must successfully complete and maintain the following permits, and certifications:
- a) Food Handlers Permit (must state ANSI in the certificate); will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
- www.efoodcard.com (not endorsed by NCCAA, but meet the requirements)
- b) First Aid certification; will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
- c) CPR Infant/Toddler certification; will need to be renewed every two (2) years by expiration date
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CPR/First Aid must be for Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED (Not endorsed: Mr. Rabagos - 361.779.8045)
- Bilingual ability in English and Spanish preferred but not required.
Please upload the following documents, along with your resume:1- College transcripts (you will need to have an unopened official copy prior to onboarding)2- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)3- Food Handlers (ANSI certified) permit4- First Aid/CPR Certification for Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates ability to read and write, keeps routine records, follows written and oral instructions, and files alphabetically and numerically.
- Accepts responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity.
- Makes judgments or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria--relies on one or more of the five physical senses.
- Deals with people beyond giving and receiving instructions--is courteous, cooperative, conscientious, and tactful in dealing with employees and the general public.
- Performs job duties in a precise, thorough, and meticulous manner.
- Possesses sensitivity towards families living below the socioeconomic level.
- Able to handle various projects at the same time in an effective manner.
- Dresses in appropriate attire with neat appearance.
- Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires 24 clock hours of training each year to meet TDPRS requirements.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, physical and functional capacity evaluation prior to first day of employment
- Must successfully pass and submit a pre-employment TB test and periodically as indicated by the regional Texas Department of State Health Services or local health authority.
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver's license (Operators-Class C) and driving record must be approved by insurance company on an annual basis.
- Must have transportation and current liability coverage on vehicle to be used in the performance of job duties. Some out of town travel may be required.
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
- Proof of work eligibility must be provided.
Compensation: $12.00 - no CDA or a non related degree; $14.00 - with CDA: $17.50 - AA in ECE or Child Development or AA in non related degree with CDA
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Nueces County Community Action Agency changes peoples lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
The Nueces County Community Action Agency is a non-profit organization serving residents in our community in an effort to reduce or eliminate poverty through a comprehensive approach. We focus on multiple needs through a wide-range approach. We are fortunate to have partnerships with many community organizations, businesses and school districts.
Our Agency prides itself by operating under the direction of a tripartite board which includes representatives of public officials, representatives of organizations and representatives of the low-income community. We include our Policy Council members, which are comprised of parents of the Birth-to-Five Head Start program, to be a part of the Agency’s decision making process.
The Board of Directors, Policy Council Members, staff and community partners strive to eliminate the causes of poverty and to help each family transition out of poverty. It is our goal to serve family, community and agency by adhering to our mission. To that end, we will be relentless in our efforts to fulfill the “Promise of Community Action!”