Child Care Partnership Teacher; Pine

Lakes and Pines CAC, Inc. is a 501(c)3 charitable, educational and nonprofit organization serving the seven‑county area of Aitkin, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine.

Application:
Online or paper application forms are accepted. Paper applications may be mailed, faxed to 320‑679‑4139, or delivered in person to 1700 Maple Ave E, Mora, MN 55051.

Title:

Child Care Partnership Teacher
Department:
Early Childhood & Family Development

Reports to:

Education Coordinator

The Child Care Partnership Teacher designs and implements a classroom for up to twelve Head Start preschool children through a community‑based child care program. Responsibilities include daily classroom supervision, conducting two 1½‑hour home visits per child, and holding two parent‑teacher conferences each year.

• Education:
  
  Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (may be waived with significant related experience)
• Experience:
  
  More than 1 year in early childhood education
• Authorization:
  Valid Driver’s License; completed DHS Background Study;
  Employee Physical completed

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Time‑management and organizational skills; ability to set priorities and meet deadlines without supervision
• Ability to support the agency’s mission and represent the agency publicly
• Independent and team‑based work skills; handles diverse work problems
• Adaptability to last‑minute assignments and stressful requests
• Ability to work across socio‑economic and cultural differences
• Willingness to attend trainings, classes and meetings to improve job skills
• Mentor new staff members
• Knowledge of agency policies and procedures, safety, technology, data practices; understanding of federal, state and local guidelines; knowledge of child abuse laws, mandated reporting, Head Start standards, and USDA guidelines
• Familiarity with Creative Curriculum and Desired Results Developmental Profile

• Program Operations – Reinforce the role of parents as primary educators; model appropriate adult/child interaction; conduct developmental, sensory, hearing, vision, behavioral, and nutritional assessments; provide parent/teacher conferences; deliver two 1 ½ hour home visits per child; set developmentally appropriate goals; conduct ongoing assessments and report progress; provide follow‑up activities; complete individualized Family Partnership Agreements; plan and implement classroom activities with center staff;
  
  submit weekly lesson plans; prepare classroom environment; maintain required CLASS scores; offer activities matching Individual Education Plans; complete Assessment Checklists quarterly.
• Program Compliance – Adhere to program philosophy, Head Start Performance Standards, Service Area Plans, active supervision, standards of conduct, policies, and agency mission; apply Blood Borne Pathogens Policy, ADAAA Policy, Data Privacy Policy; monitor attendance; ensure CACFP standards for mealtimes; implement emergency procedures; maintain professional development plan.
• Program Development – Attend authorized family‑service meetings; collaborate with co‑workers, partners, and external agencies (ECSE, mental health providers, WIC, medical and dental clinics); work with THRIVE coaches to assist families; assist with physical examinations and follow‑up care; participate in center activities.
• Program Communication – Recruit volunteers; inform parents about volunteer opportunities; maintain case notes and referrals; document partnership agreement progress; refer children with suspected or diagnosed disabilities to the Special Services Coordinator.

• Supervision of Others:
  Not responsible.
• Safety of Others:
  Responsible for others’ safety; enforce safety standards.
• Contacts:
  Within own department and with other departments, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Physical Demand:
  Able to lift 50 pounds; sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach; operate position-specific equipment.
• Travel:
  Reliable transportation; valid driver’s license and auto insurance; travels for job duties, trainings and meetings as required.

• Professionalism:
  Create a…