Early Childhood Para-Professional - WELA Program

Osage-Nation; Hominy (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Osage Nation in Hominy, Oklahoma seeks a para-professional educator to support early childhood programs. You will assist the lead teacher in planning, preparing, and implementing activities for young children and their families.

The role requires educational credentials, a high school diploma, and child-care experience. Certifications and licenses such as COM, CPR/First Aid, and food-handler permit are expected, with opportunities for training and travel.

Qualifications

• Complete Associate’s Degree within 3 years of start date.
• At least 1 year of child-care or preschool experience.
• COM certification required within 12 months.
• Food-handler permit required within two weeks.
• CPR and First Aid certificates required.
• CDL and OSBDL preferred.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily.

Responsibilities

• Performs para-professional educational work for planning, preparing, and implementing WELA program for young children and families.
• Assists the lead teacher in a cooperative and professional manner.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Ethical conduct

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate of Mastery (COM) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Osage Nation in Hominy, Oklahoma seeks a para-professional educator to support early childhood programs. You will assist the lead teacher in planning, preparing, and implementing activities for young children and their families.

The role requires educational credentials, a high school diploma, and child-care experience. Certifications and licenses such as COM, CPR/First Aid, and food-handler permit are expected, with opportunities for training and travel.