Early Head Start Primary Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

EARLY HEAD START PRIMARY CAREGIVER:

Pay Range: $15.00 - $22.04 per hour

Position Type: Full time, 52 weeks per year.

Benefits Include:  Comprehensive benefits package including paid sick leave, vacation time, personal days, health insurance for eligible family members, dental coverage, retirement benefits, and more.

Position Summary:  The EHS Primary Caregiver works under the supervision of the classroom teacher to support daily classroom activities and provide nurturing, responsive care to a group of four children. This position assists in maintaining a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment while performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential in infant/toddler care, or
• Associate Degree in child development

Preference given to current and former Head Start parents.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified applicants and eligible in-house applicants may apply online at OR visit the GCCARD Head Start office located at 711 N. Saginaw St, Suite 206, Flint, MI 48503 to complete an application.

Applicants MUST submit:

• Completed application
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Three professional letters of reference

Please note:

• An official transcript will be required prior to employment.
• Applicants must have reliable transportation.
• Photocopying services are not available at the GCCARD Head Start office.

Eligible In-House applicants are those individuals who have worked for the Head Start program in a full-time, part-time, and/or temporary capacity for at least 12 consecutive weeks within the last 12 months or a GCCARD Head Start parent. All In-House candidates must meet the minimum requirements and submit a separate application, resume, and transcripts for each position applied for.