Lead Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

Early Head Start Lead Caregiver

Work in partnership with Co-Lead Caregiver to implement a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate classroom experience for toddlers in our Early Head Start program; provide overall planning and functioning of the day-to-day activities in the classroom that suport the physical, social-emotional and cognitive development of each child.  Establish nurturing and responsive relationships with all children on caseload and build positive and productive relationships with parents, encouraging them to participate in all aspects of the Early Head Start program.

QUALIFICATIONS :  Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field preferred. Minimum Requirement: Current Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate) and experience working with young children in a classroom setting. 

Additional Requirements : 

• Three written letters of reference
• OCFS Clearance
• Physical with Mantoux Tuberculin test
• Valid, Unrestricted NYS Driver's License
• Ability to perform physical weight bearing demands as related to the required job tasks.

EOE

Rate of Pay: $18.22 - $21.36, $700.00 Signing Bonus!

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays 
• Generous Paid Leave including Snow Days & School Recesses 
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance*
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan* 
• Simplified Employee Pension*  
• Commitment to Professional Development 
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Employee Assistance Program 

*Eligibility requirements must be met.