Center Teacher - Pipestone Head Start

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Center Teacher - Pipestone Head Start

Full-Time (40 hours/week)

The Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc. (SMOC) Head Start is seeking a full-time (40 hours per week) Center Teacher in Pipestone, MN to work in the Head Start program. Responsible for the classroom and implementing curriculum based on knowledge of families' and children's needs and interests. Work with parents to ensure that the educational, health and social service needs of individual children and their families are met. Work with component coordinators to assure planning, organization and follow-through with comprehensive services, curriculum, Performance Standards, MN DHS Rule 3 / Minnesota Certified Exempt Rule, and best practices in early childhood care and education.

SKILLS / ABILITIES:

-Passion for working with children ages three to five and their families.

-Strong classroom management skills.

-Knowledge of child development and early childhood education practices.

-Strong written and verbal communication skills.

-Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

-Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

-Ability to lift and carry classroom materials.

-Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Starting hourly rate $20.29 - $23.26 based on skill, education & experience.

Minimum Education Required

This individual must meet Head Start Teacher qualifications in the standards of the program, which is a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or A.A. in Early Childhood Education or related field with experience in teaching in a preschool setting.

Minimum Experience Required

Medium works requires lifting up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds. Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor while interacting with children throughout the day.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$20.29 - $23.26 / Hourly

Postal Code

56164

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

286

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

Benefit package includes PTO, paid holidays, and available health, life, dental and vision insurance. Simple IRA/Roth company match.

Application Instructions

Application forms are available at SMOC, 1106 3rd Avenue, Worthington, on our website at or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applications are accepted via email to View email address on click.appcast.io, fax View phone number on click.appcast.io, or can be dropped off at the SMOC Worthington office.