Teacher

Luzerne County Head Start; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Student Loan Forgiveness

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan 401(k) with 7% agency"

Paid Holidays

Education/Tuition Assistance

Flexible Spending Plans

Job summary

Luzerne County Head Start is seeking an Early Childhood Educator with PA PK-4 certification to support classroom learning in a structured schedule August through June. The role emphasizes planning, progress evaluation, and family communication to promote school readiness.

The ideal candidate should have a BS in ECE with PA Certification and may benefit from bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Competitive benefits are provided by the non-profit program.

Qualifications

• Background clearances required (3) per state/federal regulations.
• Proof of degree/certification and experience required to meet the qualifications for the position.
• Bilingual abilities preferred (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans based on children’s abilities and interests.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate educational activities.
• Evaluate and report children’s progress and communicate with parents regularly.
• Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere that promotes school readiness.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

BS Degree in Early Childhood Education with PA Certification PK-4 Instructional I

Job description

• BS Degree in Early Childhood Education with PA Certification in PK-4 Instructional I Preferred
• Bilingual Language abilities, English/Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities/Duties:

In accordance with curriculum philosophy, development of appropriate lesson plans based on children’s abilities and interests. Plan and implement educational activities to include managing the classroom and planning activities according to the curriculum that are developmentally appropriate. Evaluate and record children’s progress and communicate with parents on a regular basis. Provide and maintain an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment

Luzerne County Head Start requires staff possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position.

Working a school schedule August-June annually, with an established summer break between school years.

Pay Rates based on education/credentials:

• AA Degree in ECE – $22.66/hr
• BS Degree in ECE – $26.97/hr
• BS in ECE + PA Cert/Instructional I Certification – $28.16/hr

Bilingual Abilities Preferred (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits Package:

STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS – As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program
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 at $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!

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