JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours/week), 9 Month starting As Soon As Possible, Union position

LOCATION: Willmar, MN

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: To work together with the Head Start Teacher providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and
self-sufficiency.

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: To work together with the Head Start Teacher providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and
self-sufficiency.

 

 

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

To assist the Head Start Teacher to plan and prepare for center days.
Perform required record keeping.
Share in the planning of classroom health and nutrition activities.
Attend training and staff meetings as designated.
Serve as a short-term substitute in the absence of the Head Start Teacher.
Assist Aide with janitorial duties, as needed.
Assist with grantee efforts in recruitment of Head Start children.
Follow established safety procedures.
Drive Head Start Bus or Provide Bus Monitoring as applicable to area.
Support and Model United’s Behavioral Competencies.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must be 18 years of age or older.
One (1) year experience working with 3–5 year-olds.
A current Child Development Associate (CDA) or an Early Childhood Degree or willingness to obtain within two (2) years.
CDL or willingness to obtain within three months as applicable to area.
CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.

 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Computer/keyboarding skills required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to travel in a nine (9) county area regularly and out of the nine (9) county area for meetings, workshops, and conferences.

Reliable, regular attendance.
Reliable mode of transportation.
Knowledge and understanding of child development.
Demonstrated problem solving or conflict resolution skills.
Must have satisfactory completion of background check.

Must have satisfactory completion of medical exam and health screenings as required per Head Start regulations.

 

CLOSING DATE:   Interested union staff should submit written interest by 01/14/2025. Open to
the public until filled.

 

CONTACT:

United Community Action Partnership, Inc.

320-235-0850

Humanr@unitedcapmn.org

 

WEBSITE:

www.unitedcapmn.org

 

United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.