Employment

Head Start Teacher

Opening in Monticello

Job Summary:

The Head Start Teacher plans and implements daily center-based activities to foster social, emotional and cognitive development for enrolled Head Start preschool children. The Teacher oversees daily operations, manages a safe classroom environment, and supervises the assistant teacher and aide at the assigned location.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education.
• Experience teaching preschool children.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and applicant background study.
• Experience and ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children preferred.
• Experience within a Head Start classroom is preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with children, staff and parents.
• Ability to relate to and work comfortably with parents and children of low-income families, children with special needs and parents and children of diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to attend occasional evening activities, as required.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with inter-agency preschool education, human services, and related providers.
• Must have access to transportation for regular, local business and travel.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in daily operations.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.
• Abilities in Spanish desired.

Head Start Specific Responsibilities:

• Monitor and supervise the overall environment of the center, including center aide and volunteer interactions with each other, enrolled children and their families, and collaborating service providers/during the appropriate shift.
• Communicate with Head Start Director and appropriate coordinators/specialists regarding maintenance, improvements and issues when necessary for the center to meet Head Start performance standards and state licensing requirements.
• Participate in center staff meetings to discuss center operations, share program information and facilitate cooperative, professional communication between staff.
• Develop center aide and volunteer potential by delegating tasks appropriate with their interest and qualifications.
• Conduct annual performance evaluation of assistant teacher and center aide.
• Model professional attitudes and behaviors toward the program, staff, enrolled children and families.
• Ensure that site is maintained in accordance with program standards and projects a positive image of Wright County Community Action and Head Start.
• Plan, implement and monitor developmentally appropriate learning activities for enrolled children.
• Observe, document and assess children's progress, including their developmental, educational, and behavioral growth.
• Implement WCCA Head Start's nutrition standards including grocery acquisition, food service, sanitation, and record keeping.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation necessary to program operations.
• Conduct home visits and conferences with families of enrolled children in compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• on-going parent contacts and follow-up on service plan requirements, for 17 - 20 enrolled families and children.
• Develop and maintain cooperative, friendly and professional relationships with enrolled children and their families, Head Start staff, and service providers collaborating with the local program.
• Schedule and attend quarterly connect meetings; attend staffing of enrolled children, staff meeting and in- services, and other assigned professional functions.
• Implement program's family engagement activities, including monthly parent meetings, monthly family engagement events, and promotion of special events.
• Distribute work-time between child interaction hours, documentation of activities and parent contact time.
• Act as a bus monitor on assigned routes.
• Attend other job-related training, meetings and functions, as requested.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment for children.
• Parent Engagement: Work collaboratively with parents and guardians, involving them in the program, conducting home visits, and communicating about their child's development.
• School Readiness: Focus on preparing children for kindergarten by developing foundational skills and facilitating transitions to public school.

Job Type: Full-Time School Year. 40 hours per week.

Pay range: $34,579 – $39,498 per year.

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Head Start Classroom Aide

Opening in Buffalo.

Job Summary:

As part of the WCCA team, all employees work to help us achieve our mission. By working together, we will fulfill the Agency’s goals as set forth in our strategic plan. We strive for continuous improvement and are helped along that path through the use of the Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA) data system. ROMA helps us in many areas including assessment, planning, implementation, achievement of results, and evaluation. We seek outcomes that align with individual program standards, national ROMA goals and the National Community Action Partnership.

The purpose of the Classroom Aide is to assist in the implementation of program activities, including the daily routine tasks that establish the basic foundation for a healthy and safe environment for Head Start children.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or enrolled in a GED program.
• Must be currently working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), have obtained a CDA, Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree. Those that are working on their Child Development Associate Credential must obtain it within 2 years of being hired.
• Experience or ability to work with pre-school children.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience/ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in child activities.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.
• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with staff and families.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the center site is maintained in accordance with local, state and national program standards and licensing requirements
• Follow all sanitation guidelines by washing, cleaning and sanitizing all food related surfaces, utensils and flooring
• Empty all trash receptacles
• Set up/tear down center equipment
• Purchase all required groceries
• Maintain proper storage of food and utensils
• Serve breakfast/lunch/snack family-style to children
• Complete all CACFP food paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain staff ratio at all times when children are present.
• Interact with children in a positive proactive manner.
• Conduct/assist with tooth brushing, use of restroom, and hand washing activities.
• Assist Center Teacher with implementation and monitoring of center activities.
• Assist with health, nutritional, and developmental observation/assessment and attendance documentation.
• Act as a bus monitor on assigned routes.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Attend and participate in assigned job related meeting and functions including center, program and agency staff meeting and training assist in maintaining student files and computerized and manual documentation necessary to program operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-Time School Year. 40 hours per week.

Pay range: starting wage $19.25 per hour

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Family Advocate

Working with families in Monticello.

Job Summary:

The Family Advocate creates coordination between Head Start services and community resources in order to foster strength and healthy living in our client’s lives. This role provides support in a case management style and acts as a liaison between families, staff, the community and other family-related resources.

Education and Experience:

• Must have either a Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or Associate (AA/AAS) degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Development, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other similar human services related fields.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid Training, CPR, physical examination, and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience and ability to work with non-English speaking parents and children.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with inter-agency preschool education, human services, and related providers.
• Knowledge and experience in Head Start or Early Childhood programs.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with staff and families.
• Ability to relate to and work comfortably with parents and children of low-income families.
• Must be able to work evenings, if necessary, to accommodate parents’ schedule.
• Must have valid MN Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in daily operations.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Must obtain Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Recruit children and families for Head Start and provide recruitment activities in assigned communities.
• Assist with conducting eligibility interviews to determine program eligibility.
• Assist teachers in the Head Start classrooms as needed.
• Prepare and maintain necessary documentation of services, activities and communications with families.
• Build positive, goal-oriented relationships with families that honor and are responsive to the languages and cultures of the families served.
• Connect families with resources and assist families in accessing essential on-going social, financial, educational and emergency services for children and families.
• Assists managers, coordinators and specialists in providing parent training.
• Conduct a minimum of 2 home visits per family per program year.
• Work cooperatively with service area coordinators and specialists to ensure that individual services are integrated into a comprehensive program.
• Maintain open lines of communication with all Head Start families and staff.
• Attend and participate in assigned training and meetings.
• Coordinate family engagements activities and parent curriculum at assigned locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-Time School Year. 40 hours per week.

Pay range: $23.62 – $25.45 hour

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Head Start Assistant Teacher

Opening in Buffalo & Howard Lake.

Job Summary:

The purpose of the Assistant Teacher is to assist the Head Teacher with planning and daily implementation of the Head Start center-based activities for low-income families and children. This includes implementation and monitoring of center activities including classroom activities, conducting tooth brushing, use of restroom and handwashing, documenting attendance, taking developmental observations and maintaining a required staff to child ratio at all times when children are present. A primary duty is to maintain a clean and safe learning environment including washing and sanitizing all food related surfaces and classroom areas, and putting into practice WCCA’s Head Start nutrition standards.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Development, Social Work, or other human services related field or have a Preschool Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or are working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential. A State awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a Preschool CDA credential is also acceptable.
• Classroom or Head Start experience as an Early Childhood Educator.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience and ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children.
• Experience within a Head Start classroom is preferred.
• Must have an Associate's (AA/AS), Bachelor's (BA/BS), advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, or qualifications of a teacher, as authorized by the Head Start Act as amended on December 12, 2007.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must demonstrate competency to provide effective and nurturing adult – child interactions.
• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with staff and parent committees.
• Ability to relate to and work comfortably with parents and children of low-income families, children with special needs and their parents and parents and children of diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to attend one evening meeting per month.
• Must have access to transportation for regular local business and travel.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in daily operations.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor
• Abilities in Spanish, desired.

Head Start Specific Responsibilities:

• To maintain a clean and safe environment including washing and sanitizing all food related surfaces/utensils, vacuum and/or wash floors, empty all trash receptacles, and set up/tear down of center equipment.
• To put into practice, WCCA Head Start's nutrition standards including grocery acquisition, food service, sanitation, recordkeeping, and occasional meal planning.
• Act as a bus monitor on assigned routes.
• To assist Head Teacher with implementation and monitoring of center activities including conducting tooth brushing, use of restroom and handwashing, documenting attendance, taking developmental observations and maintaining a required staff to child ratio at all times when children are present.
• To assist Head Teacher with record keeping activities including maintaining accurate and complete children’s files and computerized and manual documentation necessary to program operations.
• To assist the Head Teacher and coordinating staff with implementation of individual Head Start service plans.
• Maintain open lines of communication with all Head Start staff, enrolled children, and families.
• Attend Mediator Meetings, staff training, and other meetings as assigned.
• Assist the Head Teacher with parent involvement activities including orientation of parent volunteers and attending monthly parent meetings.
• Must be able to assume responsibility of Head Teacher.
• To assist Head Teacher with all center and field activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-Time School Year. 40 hours per week.

Pay range: $21.17 to $21.68 per hour

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Head Start Site Supervisor

Opening in Buffalo.

Job Summary:

The Site Supervisor is responsible for the supervision and monitoring of staff and program operations at the Buffalo Head Start Center.

Education and Experience:

• Must have an Associate's (AA/AS), Bachelor's (BA/BS), advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, or qualifications of a teacher, as authorized by the Head Start Act as amended on December 12, 2007.
• Experience teaching preschool children.
• Experience in staff supervision.
• Experience or ability to work with groups of parents and individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must have an Associate's (AA/AS), Bachelor's (BA/BS), advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, or qualifications of a teacher, as authorized by the Head Start Act as amended on December 12, 2007.
• Experience teaching preschool children.
• Experience in staff supervision.
• Experience or ability to work with groups of parents and individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with Head Start Director, Head Start Coordinators, and center staff to deliver high quality services for children and families.
• Provide leadership to ensure delivery of a highly integrated early childhood education program for families, providing increased School Readiness outcomes.
• Supervise, mentor, provide training for, and evaluate direct reports.
• Schedule staff as needed ensuring adult to child ratio is followed.
• Mentor and train Head Start staff on curriculum development, procedures, and policies.
• Assist in conducting children's developmental screenings, submit referrals as needed, and follow up on appropriate paperwork with Special Education.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local program regulations.
• Represent WCCA Agency at appropriate inter-agency committees, school district meetings and events, and community partnership meetings and events.
• Monitor effective systems for service delivery including documentation, training, monitoring, and reporting.
• Work cooperatively with Head Start staff, other WCCA Agency staff, and partner agencies to plan, share new information and ideas, problem solve, and develop new methods to ensure high quality services are being delivered to children.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports needed to comply with federal, state, and local regulations and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Ensure staff are recording appropriate data and provide evaluation of data specific to assigned area, and share data with others as needed for program improvement.
• Support and monitor professional development of staff in accordance with individual, program, and agency initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with staff to plan, reflect, share information and ideas, build skills, and problem solve.
• Provide information for budget development and implement resources with fiscal integrity.
• Attend appropriate local and state trainings, meetings, and network groups to stay informed of new initiatives and trends in Head Start.
• Provide volunteer management, training, and evaluations.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Type: Full-Time School Year. 40 hours per week.

Pay range: $24.36 to $28.70 per hour

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Housing Advocate

Job Summary:

The Housing Advocate position is part of the Housing department within WCCA’s Community Services division and supports individuals and families in achieving and maintaining housing stability. WCCA’s Housing programs provide support to community members facing foreclosure or homelessness. The Housing Advocate supports individuals and families in achieving and maintaining housing stability. This position focuses on outreach, participant support, and program administration, including responding to inquiries, explaining eligibility requirements, and providing assessment, case management, and referrals.

Education and Experience:

• An associate’s degree or related occupational degree or certification with related education, training, or experience in family financial management, foreclosure prevention, lending, housing, or a related interdisciplinary field preferred.
• Knowledge of housing programs and causes of homelessness is preferred.
• Recent work experience or training in housing and/or economic assistance programs preferred.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with other agencies/organizations in the scope of mortgage foreclosure prevention, financial assistance, housing, and others as needed to effectively coordinate client services preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage a caseload of incoming and ongoing clients simultaneously, as well as the ability to maintain accurate and uniform records on behalf of clients.
• Ability to relate in a courteous and professional manner, displaying sensitivity and caring attitude toward all housing participants.
• Obtain certifications as needed to advise clients in various housing programs.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate the ability to use a computer and data entry software.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and a current driver’s license.
• Must attend job-related training, regular day and evening meetings, and possible weekend meetings.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, provide, and distribute public information, outreach, and recruitment for assigned programs.
• Understand and implement rules, regulations, and program guidelines.
• Answer program inquiries via phone and email.
• Explain program eligibility and expectations in a clear and concise manner.
• Build rapport with participants while promoting independence and accountability.
• Provide crisis intervention, assessment, case management, counseling, and referrals.
• Assess and advise the program participants on resources and strategies to stabilize the participants’ housing situation and improve overall well-being.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in multiple databases in accordance with grant and agency regulations.
• Effectively communicate with participants, program management, funders, and community partners to assure continuity of operations.
• Complete essential training courses for occupational certifications as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full time Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30pm

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay range: $18.42 – $21.00 per hour

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Food Shelf Volunteer Driver

Job Summary:

The volunteer driver at Wright County Community Action (WCCA) provides multiply services for food security throughout Wright County. Our current services include Food Rescue pick-ups, Backpack deliveries, Mobile Food Shelf and Emergency Food Box deliveries. WCCA also does some home deliveries to clients who have no transportation or are disabled.

Our mission is to provide food support to low-income community members by providing food deliveries for each program.

Education and Experience:

• Experience navigating routes in a timely manner.
• Experience in keeping accurate records and maintaining organized files.
• Demonstrated strong decision-making skills and resourcefulness.
• Have good communication skills with staff and partners we deliver to.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate courteously and professionally, displaying a sensitive and caring attitude toward program participants, providers, staff, and volunteers by phone and in person while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to motivate people to understand the need for coordinated transportation service in our area.
• Willingness to be assertive, tactful, use good judgment, and work as a team member in the ongoing development of Food Security Programs.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, with community members, program staff, and Food security partners.
• Must demonstrate the ability in daily record keeping and routine reporting.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and a current driver’s license.
• Ability to stand, walk, crouch, carry and lift up to 65 lbs. to provide daily duties.

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Head Start Substitute Teacher

The Substitute Teacher fills in for the Head Start center-based preschool teacher and is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children and their families when their regular teacher is absent.

Associates or bachelor’s in early childhood or child development required.

Head Start centers in Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Montrose and Otsego.

Pay: $23.47-$25.29 per hour depending on education and experience.

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Head Start Substitute Assistant Teacher

The Substitute Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting center staff in providing a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for Head Start children and their families when regular staff are absent.

Must meet MN DCYF qualifications as an assistant teacher.

Head Start centers in Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Montrose and Otsego.

Pay: $21.04-$22.54 per hour depending on education and experience.

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Substitute Head Start Center Aide

The substitute Head Start Center Aide supports the teacher and assistant teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children when regular staff are absent. High School Diploma required.

Head Start centers in Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Montrose and Otsego.

Pay starting at $19.13 per hour

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