Associate Teacher

Luzerne County Head Start; Forty Fort (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Sick Time

Paid Personal Time

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Luzerne County Head Start is seeking an Associate Teacher to support the learning and development of 3- and 4-year-olds, promoting school readiness through developmentally appropriate activities. You will assist the Head Start Teacher in planning and delivering educational experiences aligned with National Head Start Standards and local plans.

Required qualifications include an AS in Early Childhood Education or a CDA credential, or a HS Diploma with CDA/AA planned within two years.

Qualifications

• AS, Early Childhood Education, CDA credential or HS Diploma with CDA/AA planned within 2 years of hire.
• Bilingual English/Spanish abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement educational activities promoting school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices for 3- and 4-year-olds.
• Assist the Head Start Teacher in planning and carrying out educational activities to meet program standards.

Skills

Bilingual (Eng/Spanish) a plus

Education

AS in Early Childhood Education

CDA credential

HS Diploma with CDA/AA planned within 2 years

Job description

Associate Teacher

Qualifications:

• AS, Early Childhood Education, CDA credential; or HS Diploma with obtaining a CDA or AA degree within 2 years of hire or placement
• Bilingual Language abilities, English/Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities/Duties:

Implement educational activities by providing and maintaining an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices for 3 and 4-year old children. Assist the Head Start Teacher in planning and carrying out educational activities to meet the National Head Start Program Performance Standards and local plan.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment

Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3). Proof of education required to meet the qualifications for position.

*SEE Head Start Center locations at /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/

FULL TIME, 37.5 hrs/wk- Working a school schedule (10 months) August-June annually, with an established summer break between school years.

Rate of Pay – Based on Education:

• AA in ECE Degree – $18.62/hr
• CDA – $16.99/hr
• HS Diploma/GED – $16.43/hr
• For those who possess Bilingual Abilities (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay

$750 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits Package

• HEALTH INSURANCE – Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days.
• RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
• WORK SCHEDULE – August thru June, with an established summer break in employment between school years
• PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
• PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
• PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
• PAID Personal Time – 3 days/year
• PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year including extended break between Christmas-New Year
• PAID Education/Tuition Assistance – $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
• PAID Training Opportunities Flexible Benefits – Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending
• …and much more!

Our employees…

• …receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
• …do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
• …enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
• …work in an environment of professional respect.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER