Minimum Requirements Minimum of an Associate's Degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education and acquisition of Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate Certificate). OR additional Infant Toddler training within one year of hire. Staff hired after November 7, 2016: Within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field. (agency paid training available). Prefer two years experience in preschool (infant/toddler) classroom. Experience should include the ability to adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children including at risk, special needs, and culturally diverse populations. Knowledge of community resources and referral experience assisting families in need of services is highly desirable. Must have flexible schedule to accommodate family needs, may include some evening or weekend hours. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish skills highly desirable. Intermediate to advanced computer skills, internet and e-mail. Must have a valid Oregon Driver's License and proof of insurance and must provide own vehicle for home visits. Within 30 days of employment must be Pediatric CPR and First Aid certified and have a current Food Handler's card. Health Appraisal Questionnaire is required at hire and will be updated every two years. At time of hire must be currently enrolled in Child Care � Central Background Registry and must renew every two years. Within 60 days of employment, must provide proof of enrollment into the Oregon Registry Step's Program. Application forms will be issued at time of hire. Position Information Full Year Position / non exempt Supervised by EHS Manager. Starting at $24.34 with an AA degree Starting at $27.65 with a BA degree Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is subject to change at any time. Head Start of Lane County is an EEO Employer. Head Start of Lane County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
