Teacher I - Head Start

**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 – HEAD START TEACHER I:** - AA/AAS, BA/BS or MA/MS in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development; OR - AA/AAS degree with 29 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching preschool age children; OR - BA/BS degree with 45 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching preschool age children; OR - Non-related BA/BS degree and has been admitted into the Teach for America program; OR - Participating in Teach for America summer training for preschool children and receiving ongoing professional development from TFA staff; OR - Enrolled in an AA/AAS or BA/BS degree program in an educational institution which offers Early Childhood Education courses. Must obtain a three-year waiver from the Office of Head Start upon hire; AND must complete a degree and 29 credits on the AA/AAS level or 45 credits on the BA/BS level in Early Childhood Education within the waiver period; AND must have: - Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children; OR - State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers; OR - One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR - Completed prerequisites for a CDA or State-awarded certificate or one-year certificate and is awaiting the award; OR - Current New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC); OR - Office of Head Start approved CDA equivalent. - Previous experience working in early childhood with children ages birth through five years preferred. - Bilingual English/Spanish or English/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. **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** **$100 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**