Early Head Start Teacher

$3,500 Sign-On Bonus - OPPORTUNITY AWAITS

Seeking enthusiastic professionals to create a positive social and emotional classroom environment that supports children's growth and learning. Responsible for supervising and mentoring staff, work with both typically and atypically developing children, and have the flexibility to move across classrooms as needed to support program needs. Apply today!

JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY HEAD START / HEAD START / ECE

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE – EARLY HEAD START TEACHER I:

• High School Diploma / GED and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), or equivalent; OR
• High School Diploma / GED and a one year certificate in Early Childhood Education upon hire; OR
• AA/AAS degree with 29 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants/toddlers; OR
• BA/BS degree with 45 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants/toddlers; OR
• AA/AAS, BA/BS or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development.
• It is the responsibility of the employee to renew the Child Development Associate (CDA) before the expiration date, as appropriate.
• Previous experience working in early childhood with children ages birth through three years preferred.
• Bilingual English/ Spanish 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.

EARLY HEAD START IN-SERVICE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

For those assigned to work with infants and toddlers, the following trainings are required:

• Training in safety issues.
• Training in effective communication with infants, toddlers, their parents, and other staff.

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.

$1,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
• Current employees may be eligible for pre-approved sign-on bonuses. 

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