Early Head Start Infant & Toddler Specialist Richland Center

The Southwestern Wisconsin Community Action Program has an urgent need for an Infant & Toddler Specialist for our Richland Center, Wisconsin, location.

This is a regular, full-time, Monday through Friday, day shift position. Rate of pay starts at $13.65 per hour and may be higher depending on your qualifications. SWCAP offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, retirement plan and ample paid time off.

The basic role of an Infant & Toddler Specialist is to provide a safe, supervised and successful educational setting for very young children enrolled in SWCAP Early Head Start. Most work occurs in the childcare classroom, but includes supervision in outdoor play areas and while on field trips. The Infant & Toddler Specialist works with very young children and their families to develop individual goals for each child, provide ongoing progress assessment and reporting, and facilitate the child’s transition into Head Start or other preschool settings. The Infant & Toddler Specialist promotes social, emotional, physical and cognitive development while engaging the child’s family in all aspects of the program.

To be eligible for this position, you’ll need to meet federal Head Start program performance standards and meet Wisconsin Child Care Licensing rules and requirements. The position requires a minimum of a high school diploma and the ability to earn a Child Development Associate designation as in Infant & Toddler Center-based Care within 18 months of hire. Current CDA designation or education beyond high school in Early Childhood Development or similar would be an advantage, and may qualify you for a higher rate of pay.

Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination is required by federal Head Start rules.

SWCAP is an equal opportunity employer. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.65 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination required.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richland Center, WI 53581: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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