Associate Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

401(k) with agency contribution

Paid life insurance

Paid long term disability insurance

Paid sick time

Paid personal time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Education assistant to support 3- and 4-year-olds in a classroom setting. The role follows a school calendar (Aug–June) with a defined summer break and emphasizes developmentally appropriate activities aligned with Head Start standards.

Pay is based on education: AA in ECE $18.62/hr, CDA $16.99/hr, HS Diploma $16.43/hr, with a 5% bilingual premium for English/Spanish, plus a $750 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bilingual language abilities (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement educational activities promoting school readiness.
• Assist Head Start Teacher in planning and carrying out activities to meet standards.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

ECE AA degree

CDA credential

HS Diploma

CDA within 2 years

Job description

• 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.

Employment Terms

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

• 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.
• LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
• 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 at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
• PAID Training Opportunities
• 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.