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Job Description
Application Deadline: Until filled
Salary: $22.00 $24.00 per hour
This is a full time position.
Duties
Join the Wilder Child Development Center in Saint Paul Minnesota! Are you passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact on families We invite you to be a part of our dedicated team providing highquality learning and care for children aged 16 months to 5 years old. At Wilder we are proud to be a Head Start colocation site NAEYCaccredited and hold a 4Star Parent Aware rating ensuring our commitment to excellence. As a valued team member you will play a key role in fostering a nurturing and supportive environment with a focus on traumainformed practices. Youll contribute directly to the growth and development of children while supporting families along their journey.
What We Offer:
A collaborative and supportive team environment
Professional development and growth opportunities
An exciting opportunity to utilize new classroom curriculum with a focus on STEAM Diversity and Executive Functioning Skills
The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families through a whole family focus
Lead Teacher Functions:
Conduct initial and ongoing screening to assess childrens developmental and learning needs. Collaborate with management on special needs IEP implementation and behavior plans.
Record observations and child assessment data for evaluations grants and parent conferences. Provide input for performance reviews.
Communicate effectively with coworkers and parents. Identify and address childrens developmental needs or issues like abuse or neglect and coordinate appropriate interventions.
Develop and deliver early childhood education following guidelines and best practices. Ensure a safe learning environment supervise children create curriculum and lead special events. Stay compliant with DHS Rule 3 NAEYC Head Start standards and maintain certifications and safety procedures.
Join us in helping children thrive and supporting families in our community!
Wilders workplace diversity strengthens our mission and contributes to our vision of individuals and families thriving in St. Paul and beyond. We offer a dynamic Total Rewards package which includes competitive compensation and benefits health dental employermatched 401(k) PTO paid family medical and caregiver leave life insurance disability insurance flexible spending accounts and employee wellness programs.
In addition you will have access to professional development opportunities including development funding tuition discounts career development and training opportunities. You will also have access to Wilders inclusion diversity and equity (WIDE) council employee resource groups and other DEI development opportunities available to all employees. Eligible federal loans may also qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Job Qualifications
Early childhood coursework current CDA or Bachelors degree (preferred)
Previous Early Childhood experience of at least one year
Willing to learn and be trained
A commitment to working with children and families in a whole family approach
Basic Computer literacy
Ability to meet physical demands of the job
At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
Ability to pass required state and company background checks
Able to meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 Teacher qualifications including yearly inservice requirements
CPR/First Aide certified (preferred)
About Wilder
The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation is a nonprofit community organization that creates lasting positive change rooted in people through direct services research and community building. We combine knowledge compassion and action to improve lives today and for generations to come. Application Information
Our application system works best using Chrome and attaching documents in PDF or Word format. Postings close at midnight Eastern Standard Time.
There are four sections to the application process please follow these instructions carefully:
- Contact information. Be sure to fill out all of the required fields (marked with ared*.
- Verification of email address. Enter the code sent to your email address.
- Enter Address
- Resume and cover letter section. First upload your resume in the resume section then upload your cover letter (required for this position) and any other required documents mentioned in the job posting in the second upload area.
- Questions. Answer How did you hear about this job/posting question and other questions if applicable.
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Questions (EEO). We are required to ask these questions using this wording to meet federal guidelines. If you prefer not to answer any questions you can skip them but you must check the box labeled I have read the above invitation to selfidentify as an individual with a disability
- Review and Edit. Here you can review and edit sections as necessary.
- Attestation. Read statement check the box and enter your name. Then click submit.
- Optional profile. At this time Wilder is not reviewing this profile information. Click on Return to Career Center at the bottom of the page.
Job offers will be contingent on the successful applicants proof of authorization to work in the United States and the results of a background check related to the job requirements.
Wilder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of the Amherst H Wilder foundation to provide an equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Employment Type
Full Time
