Early Care Associate (FT) Helen Sears

Audubon-Area-Community-Services,-Inc; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Area Community Services seeks an Early Care Associate (Full-Time, 1st Shift) to implement instructional experiences for children in a SAFE and nurturing setting. You will work across multiple classrooms under the Head Start program, reporting to the Local Area Manager.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, with CDA credential to be obtained within 18 months of employment; starting wages are $13.15 hourly, with a 37.5 hour work week. Deadline to apply: 2026-09-24.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential must be obtained within 18 months of employment

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional experiences for children in a safe and healthy environment in a variety of classrooms and settings
• Work 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week, 260 days per year

Skills

Classroom instruction

Safety and health compliance

Communication with families

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate credential within 18 months

Job description

Early Care Associate (FT) Helen Sears(Head Start)

At Audubon Area Community Services, we are dedicated to Helping People, Changing Lives, and Strengthening Communities. This is why we exist as an organization. Each and every service we provide contributes to a much larger purpose than ourselves. In addition to challenging and meaningful work, you’ll have the chance to make a difference in your community. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V - Drug Free Workplace

Job Skills / Requirements

Starting wages: $13.15 hourly. Helen Sears Family Development Center. Will be responsible for implementing instructional experiences for children in a safe and healthy environment in a variety of classrooms and settings. Working 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week, 260 days per year.

A high school diploma or GED is required. Child Development Associate credential must be obtained within 18 months of employment.

Deadline to Apply: September 24, 2026

Education Requirements (All)

High school diploma/GED required

Additional Information / Benefits

This job reports to the Local Area Manager

This is a Full-Time position1st Shift.

Relocation is not provided and travel is not required