Head Start Assistant Teacher @ Tecumseh, Pottawatomie County at CROSSROADS YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES INC

Tecumseh, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jan, 26

Salary

14.32

Posted On

25 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Skills, Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, Computer Literacy, Typing Skills, Office Equipment Operation, Mathematical Calculations

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Job Details Job Location: Tecumseh Head Start - Tecumseh, OK Salary Range: $12.49 - $14.32 Hourly Head Start Assistant Teacher Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Teacher for its Tecumseh location in Pottawatomie County. The Assistant Teacher is responsible for creating and managing an attractive, warm, and challenging learning environment for young children, incorporating developmentally appropriate learning activities which meet the needs of the group as well as those of individual children. Here is your chance to make a difference in a child’s life, to help families, and to build relationships while working in a fun, challenging environment that fosters teamwork, encourages leadership, and inspires professional excellence. We offer: Competitive compensation Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans with some employer paid benefits Life insurance & long term disability insurance 401(k) savings plan Tuition assistance Paid holidays, sick, and vacation/school breaks Education Experience License and Knowledge Education/Experience: Minimum one (1) year full-time early childhood experience in a licensed early childhood program and one (1) year of credits from an accredited college or university, with six (6) semester or equivalent quarter hours in early child development or related courses; or Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential License: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain acceptable liability insurance Knowledge: Excellent written and oral communication; Organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal and analytical skills required; Knowledge of and ability to comply with Head Start Performance Standards; Must be computer literate and have accurate typing skills as well as ability to operate a variety of office equipment; Must be able to perform mathematical calculations. Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements: It is the policy of Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or handicap. Persons of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The conditions here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and tuberculosis test. An Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation background check is required. Must be found to be free from any physical, mental or emotional conditions, determined by a qualified physician and/or psychologist, which with or without accommodation might affect the ability of the employee to perform essential job functions. The position may require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. Additionally, the position requires lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs. This classification is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may be required to perform other reasonable duties as assigned by management. Crossroads Youth & Family Services, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change classification duties and responsibilities as the need arises and consistent with the Head Start / Early Head Start Policies and Procedures Policy manual.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for creating and managing an attractive, warm, and challenging learning environment for young children. This includes incorporating developmentally appropriate learning activities that meet the needs of both the group and individual children.