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Form of work CLASSIFICATION:
Full-time. Full-Year or Seasonal. Non-Exempt.
BASIC FUNCTIONS:
Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and MVCDC Service Plans, Policies and Procedures. Under the guidance of a Lead Teacher and the Education chain of command, an Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting with the supervision and supportive management of a classroom in accordance with the philosophy, goals and curricular plan of MVCDC.
An Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting in the development of lesson plans, implementing daily activities, assisting with the creation of and maintenance of a positive culture, and health and safety, both physical and emotional, maintaining regular communication with supervisors and contributing to the overall effective operation of the child development program. Ensures compliance with ODJFS, USDA, Health and Sanitation regulations. Ensures the implementation of the agency designated curriculum.
MINIMUM
CREDENTIALS:
Have a CDA (Child Development Associate) or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education; or enroll in a Child Development Associate (CDA) program or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education - completing within 24 months (after their 60-day Introductory Period). A valid driver's license is required.
SUPERVISOR:
Lead Teacher
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
SALARY: Base salary compensation will be commensurate with meeting both Education and Experience.
Additional Benefits include:
Full-time. Full-Year or Seasonal. Non-Exempt.
BASIC FUNCTIONS:
Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and MVCDC Service Plans, Policies and Procedures. Under the guidance of a Lead Teacher and the Education chain of command, an Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting with the supervision and supportive management of a classroom in accordance with the philosophy, goals and curricular plan of MVCDC.
An Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting in the development of lesson plans, implementing daily activities, assisting with the creation of and maintenance of a positive culture, and health and safety, both physical and emotional, maintaining regular communication with supervisors and contributing to the overall effective operation of the child development program. Ensures compliance with ODJFS, USDA, Health and Sanitation regulations. Ensures the implementation of the agency designated curriculum.
MINIMUM
CREDENTIALS:
Have a CDA (Child Development Associate) or Associates degree in Early Childhood Education; or enroll in a Child Development Associate (CDA) program or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education - completing within 24 months (after their 60-day Introductory Period). A valid driver's license is required.
SUPERVISOR:
Lead Teacher
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
SALARY: Base salary compensation will be commensurate with meeting both Education and Experience.
- Insurance: MVCDC shares this cost for the following:
Health- Two tiers to choose from Core and Buy-Up - Individual, Employee +1, or Family - Dental- Individual, Employee +1, or Family
- Vision- Individual, Employee +1, or family
- Basic Life- A max of $50,000 term life and Accidental Death or Dismemberment insurance
- Optional Life - Employees can purchase additional coverage for self and family
- Wellness - online portal for Employees to earn points for reduced insurance premiums.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - 8 FREE counseling sessions, Legal and Financial.
Additional Benefits include:
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- FREE Tuition Assistance including paid trainings, CDA, CDL Apprenticeship Programs
- Up to 10% Profit Sharing and 401(K)
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 2 weeks Winter Break
- AFLAC optional family coverages
- Personal and Bonus Days
- Referral Bonus (up to $3,000 per hire)
