Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in closing the achievement gap for children in our community.
• Culture: Work within a supportive, mission-driven environment that values professional growth.
• Compensation/Benefits:

• Wage Scale: $13.59-$22.49 (Based on education and experience level)
• 40 hours/week; 12 months; Monday-Friday work week
• Hiring Bonus
• 401K
• Paid Time Off- Start earning immediately
• Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD & Life Insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
• Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program

Role Overview:

Responsible for a safe, nurturing, and inviting environment for children and their families. Deliver services as outlined in Head Start Performance Standards and other applicable regulatory standards. Assist in the instruction to preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth. Meet agency-determined school readiness goals through the implementation of established curriculum and developmentally appropriate activities.

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Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED. 
  • Required to obtain, with the assistance of the agency, post-hire a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• No prior experience is necessary.
  • Prefer experience in a Head Start, daycare, or school setting.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite & database systems
• Must be cleared & allowed to work in a childcare setting by the Iowa Department of Human Services

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