HEAD START SUBSTITUTE STAFF - Meeker County (#0224H)

 **$2,000 Sign-On Bonus**

JOB STATUS: Number of work hours varies

RESPONSIBILITIES: To work together with the Head Start staff providing comprehensive Head Start experiences that meet the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standards. To empower parents as team members in a comprehensive approach to child development and self-sufficiency.

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Assist with implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, and physical development of children.
• Assist with health, nutrition, and safety tasks.
• Assist with janitorial duties.
• Assist with transportation activities.
• Perform required record keeping.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Obtained high school diploma or GED.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow problem-solving and conflict resolution strategies.
• Knowledge and understanding of issues faced by low-income people in the nine-county area.  
• Ability to travel within and out of the service area for meetings, workshops, and conferences.
• Reliable, regular attendance.
• Reliable mode of transportation.

• Knowledge and understanding of child development.

• Demonstrated problem solving or conflict resolution skills.

• Must complete a satisfactory Background Study.

• Must have satisfactory completion of medical exam and health screenings as requested per Head Start regulations.

CLOSING DATE: Open to the public until filled.

START DATE:      As soon as possible.      

CONTACT:           Pamela LeGare – HR Coordinator

                              320-235-0850 Ext. 1923

                              Humanr@unitedcap.org

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