Employment

Head Start Center Aide

Job Summary:

The Head Start Center Aide supports the Teacher and Assistant Teacher by assisting with classroom operations, implementing daily activities, providing meal service, and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. The Center Aide helps support children’s development and wellbeing while assisting in the implementation of Head Start Program Performance Standards, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements, and agency policies.

Qualifications
Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must currently have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or be willing to obtain a CDA within two years of hire.

Preferred:

• Experience working children and families who speak languages other than English.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children in an educational, childcare, or related setting.
• Experience working within a Head Start classroom.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships with staff.
• Demonstrate ability to provide nurturing and developmentally appropriate interactions with children.
• Capable of communicating and working effectively with children, families, and individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including children with special needs.
• Ability to operate a computer and use applicable software to perform daily work responsibilities.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Implement WCCA Head start nutrition standards and comply with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) food service, sanitation, and recordkeeping.
• Assist the Teacher and Assistant Teacher to ensure the classroom is maintained in accordance with Head Start program performance standards and state licensing requirements, and projects a positive image of Wright County Community Action, Inc. and Head Start.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel locally as required for program operations.
• Must be able to attend occasional evening activities, as required.
• Assist the Teacher and Assistant Teacher with implementation and monitoring of center activities, including health and hygiene routines, attendance documentation, developmental observations, and maintaining required staff-to-child ratios to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for children.
• Maintain active supervision of children and adhere to agency standards of conduct to promote safety, positive interactions, and a nurturing learning environment.
• Participate in center staff meetings, reflective consultations, training and other assigned professional activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Details:

• Part-time: 12 hours a week
• Location: Howard Lake Center
• Hourly Rate: $19.25

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

This is a long-term substitute position at our Annandale center.

This assignment is anticipated to last approximately 20 weeks, with the duration subject to change based on program needs.

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 Substitute Teacher is to implement daily Head Start center-based activities for enrolled families and children. This position must assist the permanent staff, including the Center Supervisor, with daily center-based operations.

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 Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or are working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential.
• 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.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• 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 occasional night or Saturday meetings, trainings, outreach or committees 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.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• To assist the Teacher in-charge with all center and field activities.
• To assist Teacher in-charge implementation of daily lesson plan.
• To assist the Teacher in-charge with record keeping activities (attendance, food counts, etc.).
• Maintain open lines of communication with all Head Start staff, enrolled children and families.
• To assist with bus monitoring on assigned routes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Details:

• Compensation: $23.62 – $25.45/hour
• 20-week assignment approximately
• 40 hour week

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 Lead Teacher

Opening in Howard Lake

Job Summary:

The Head Start Teacher plans and implements appropriate learning material using the Creative Curriculum to promote children’s social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development. The Teacher creates and maintains a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment for children. While providing day-to-day supervision and guidance to the Assistant Teacher, Center Aide, and volunteers. The Teacher ensures compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, state licensing requirements, and agency policies.

Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or a bachelor’s or associate degree in a related field with coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education.
• Experience teaching preschool-aged children in an educational, childcare, or related setting.
• Must meet state licensing requirements and Head Start Program Performance Standards for required background studies.

Preferred:

• Experience working children and families who speak languages other than English.
• Experience working within a Head Start classroom.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships with staff.
• Demonstrate ability to provide nurturing and developmentally appropriate interactions with children.
• Capable of communicating and working effectively with children, families, and individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including children with special needs.
• Knowledge of community resources and the ability to collaborate effectively with inter-agency staff, human services, and other community service providers.
• Ability to operate a computer and use applicable software to perform daily work responsibilities.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to the Assistant Teacher, Center Aide, and volunteers to ensure positive interactions with children, families, coworkers, and community partners.
• Participate in quarterly connects, center staff meetings, reflective consultation, training and other assigned professional activities.
• Support the professional growth and development of the Assistant Teacher, Center Aide, and volunteers by assigning responsibilities appropriate to their qualifications, skills, and interests.
• Assist Site Supervisor or assigned coordinator in conducting annual performance evaluations of Assistant Teacher and Center Aide.
• Ensure the site is maintained in accordance with Head Start program performance standards and state licensing requirements, and projects a positive image of Wright County Community Action, Inc. and Head Start.
• Plan and implement the Creative Curriculum in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Prepare children for kindergarten by developing foundational skills and supporting successful transitions to public school.
• Observe, document and assess children's progress using the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment system.
• Ensure compliance with WCCA Head Start's nutrition standards including grocery acquisition, food service, sanitation, and recordkeeping.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation necessary for program operations.
• Conduct a minimum of two home visits and two conferences with each participant’s family in compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Collaborate with the Family Advocate to implement family engagement activities and ensure families are informed of opportunities for program involvement, including family engagement events, parent workshops, and Policy Council participation.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel locally as required for program operations.
• Serve as a bus monitor on assigned routes, ensuring safe transportation, supervision, and compliance with program policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development and implementation of an individualized professional development plan, demonstrating a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Maintain active supervision of children and adhere to agency standards of conduct to promote safety, positive interactions, and a nurturing learning environment.
• Must be able to attend occasional evening
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-Time.

Contract for 1,464 hours.

Compensation from $34,578.00 – $37,259.00 annually

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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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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