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Head Start- Family Educator

Keystone Human Services
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Harrisburg, PA, US

Salary

$18.42 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program

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  • Capital Area Head Start is looking for Early Head Start Family Educators to support children and families through home-based services.
  • The position offers a flexible full-time schedule with a starting salary of $18.42 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have experience working with young children and families, with a preference for those with Head Start or Early Head Start experience.
  • Additionally, applicants should be able to obtain a Home Visitor Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) within one year of hire and have basic computer skills.
  • The organization is committed to professional growth and prohibits discrimination based on veteran status or disability.

Capital Area Head Start is seeking Early Head Start Family Educators to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families.

As an Early Head Start Family Educator, you will work in collaboration with our inclusive education and support teams to provide comprehensive home-based services. This includes establishing positive relationships with children and families, facilitating home visits, helping families access necessary information, resources, and services, facilitating socialization/family days, and ensuring continuity of services for enrolled expectant families and children ages 0-3.

Early Head Start Family Educators work a full time, flexible schedule, and earn a minimum of $18.42 per hour. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and more!

Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing. Our team benefits from extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Ability to obtain Home Visitor Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) within one year of hire

  • Experience working with young children and families, providing knowledge of early childhood development, family services and developmentally appropriate practice

  • Basic computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and learn web based systems

  • Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle or public transportation

  • Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances

  • Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to make a difference

  • Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.




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