PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER w/ AA in ECE (MSHS - Seasonal Full-Time) Idaho Falls

Status: Non-Exempt / Hourly

Please Note: Starting Pay rate will depend on Current Educational degree and Credential.

"This position is considered Seasonal Full-Time, with an approximate start date in March/April and running through December, including some downtime during the off-peak period."

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

• Conduct a classroom instructional curriculum and activities, for assigned children, that encourages the growth of language, social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and communication skills
• Supervise and monitor the work activities of assigned Preschool Aide(s)
• Conduct and monitor developmental screening of children, assist in collaborating and implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) 
• Monitor the progress of individual children
• Perform daily Health checks of children
• Participate in home visits with parents of assigned children and conduct parent-staff conferences
• Prepare, maintain, and present records, documents, reports, reviews, and databases
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of Teacher Aides
• Represent the MSHS program to community and local and regional educational agencies
• Knowledge of current and new educational practices, techniques, and objectives
• Develop and maintain dual language in the classroom
• Prepare children for transition into kindergarten
• Implement CLASS dimension and domains into the classroom
• Participate in early release trainings, mentoring, and professional development
• Ability to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment in a classroom environment
• Ability to provide children with experiences and opportunities that allow them to develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity
• Ability to develop and implement clear, reasonable, consistent, and age-appropriate rules and expectations for children, engage the children in the rule-setting process
• Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure 
• Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records 
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, safety practices, and Head Start Performance Standards

Qualifications                                                

Required

• Associate degree in early childhood education (ECE) or related field with ECE credits
• One-year teaching or related early education experience
• Current driver's license and proof of auto insurance
• Must pass physical examination and background checks, including state day care clearance
• Must obtain clearance of Tuberculosis
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification

Preferred

• Two years or more teaching or related early education experience
• Ability to proficiently read, speak, and write in both English/Spanish in a business setting 
• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field with ECE credits

Required Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; to reach with hands and arms; to climb or balance; and smell
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

Work Environment

Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated

BENEFITS:

“CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement."

For detail Benefit plan please visit:            https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/apply-today/

Health & Financial Well-Being

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401K
• Basic Life
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance:

• Educational leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off,
• Educational leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• First year of service - 16 hours up front and then accrues up to 5 PTO days each year.
  • After 3 years of service - 16 hours up front and then accrue up to 8 PTO days each year
  • After 10 years of service - 24 up front and then accrue up to 12 PTO days each year.
  • After 20 years of service - 24 hours up front and then accrue up to 16 PTO days each year.
  • After 30 years of service - 32 hours up front and then accrue up to 20 PTO days each year

INCENTIVE PAY:

Preschool Teachers

Lump sum monetary incentives will be paid to employees after accepting, working, and successfully completing certain periods of time within the Pre-school Teacher position only.

• $1,000 Incentive bonus after completing 6 mo.
• $2,000 Incentive bonus after completing 1 yr.
• $2,000 Incentive bonus after completing 2 yrs.