Teacher I - Early Head Start - Wrap Around Childcare

**PAY RANGE:** $19.09 - $28.96 Dependent on Education **JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY HEAD START / HEAD START / ECE** **POSITION SUMMARY:** This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Provides daily guidance to classroom staff. Works in a classroom-based setting with typically and atypically developing children. Position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. ### Qualifications **REQUIREMENTS** **EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE – EARLY HEAD START TEACHER I:** - High School Diploma / GED and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), or equivalent; OR - High School Diploma / GED and a one year certificate in Early Childhood Education upon hire; OR - AA/AAS degree with 29 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants/toddlers; OR - BA/BS degree with 45 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants/toddlers; OR - AA/AAS, BA/BS or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development. - It is the responsibility of the employee to renew the Child Development Associate (CDA) before the expiration date, as appropriate. - Previous experience working in early childhood with children ages birth through three years preferred. - Bilingual Spanish or Navajo preferred. **CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:** - Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times. **EARLY HEAD START IN-SERVICE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:** For those assigned to work with infants and toddlers, the following trainings are required: - Training in safety issues. - Training in effective communication with infants, toddlers, their parents, and other staff. **SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:** This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: - Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies). - TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies). In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires: - Criminal Background Checks. **BONUSES** **$500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS** - All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. **ABOUT PMS** - Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. - Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. - We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. - We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. - PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. **WHY PMS?** - Mission-driven organization - Competitive salaries - Nine paid holidays and generous PTO - Medical, dental & vision insurance - Free Life & LTD coverage - Free discretionary pension plan contribution - Employee recognition and engagement activities - Robust training program - Tuition reimbursement **EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability**