In most cases, families must earn 100% of the Federal Poverty Level or less. Children experiencing homelessness or who are in foster or kinship care also are eligible. In some cases, children with disabilities may qualify.
We have full-day and part-day options at our more than 27 convenient locations in Montgomery, Clark, Greene, and Madison counties. Some programs offer FREE transportation. All MVCDC self-operated programs are highly rated under Ohio's Step Up to Quality initiative. Most have 5 Stars-the highest distinction. The EHS program serves infants and toddlers starting at 6 weeks of age up to 3 years old.
You are passionate about working with preschool children and want to truly Make a Difference in the lives of children and families and dedicated and committed that enjoy a classroom environment.
Classification: 40 hours, Monday - Friday, Full-Time. Part-Year. Non-Exempt.
Position Details: As the ASSISTANT TEACHER you are responsible for supporting the planning and implementing of the designated curriculum and supporting the implementation of daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children. You will support classroom management ensuring ratio and daily performance standards, assist with analysis of children's progress in accordance with Federal outcomes. You will support and ensure compliance with ODJFS, USDA, Health and Sanitation and Regulations.
Early & Head Start
Minimum Credentials: Must have a High School Diploma with a commitment to complete a CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development within 2 years from date of hire (ages birth -5 years).
Preferred Credentials: Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or related field and 1-2 years teaching experience.
Reports To: HS or EHS 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 Education Assistance including paid trainings, CDA, CDL Apprenticeship Programs
- 3% guaranteed 401(K) and up to 7% discretionary employer contribution to 401k
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 2 weeks Winter Break
- Wellness Days with no children
- AFLAC optional family coverages
- Personal Days
- Referral Bonus (up to $3,000 per hire)
- Retention Incentives
40 hours, Full-Time