Head Start Programs Teacher; Childcare

• Locations University Road, Cloquet, MN, 55720, US

Division/Department: Assigned Department

Location: Head Start - Onsite

Reports To: Assigned Program Manager

Probationary Period: 90 days – Full time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)

Classification: Child-Related CA

Rate of Pay: $19.34 to $22.82 hourly.

• Actively advocate and demonstrate appropriate adult - child interactions.
• Assess child progress and needs using classroom and home visit observations.
• Adapt the environment and curriculum to meet the needs of all children using developmentally appropriate practice and culturally responsive care giving.
• Follow all health, nutrition and safety guidelines for an optimal classroom environment. Carry out activities related to health, e.g. toileting, diapering, safety in classroom, dental hygiene, and nutrition activities.
• Work occasional evenings for trainings, family nights, home visits, conferences, and child care duties.
• Maintain professional standards toward confidential relationships with all program participants and staff.

• Share information via home visits, parent teacher conferences, parent committee meetings, and phone, personal, and written communication as necessary.
• Welcome and inform families about how to be effective volunteers for our programs.
• Support families by sharing information on child development.

• Follow the program plan of the Program Manager and support staff.
• Implement the activities as specified in Head Start Performance Standards.
• Participate in classroom observations and receive feedback on classroom improvement from the Program Manager.
• Participate in staff meetings.
• Promote cooperative and quality early childhood philosophy among staff, parents, collaborative partners and community
• Attend training and education opportunities as required.
• Actively engage Foster Grandparents and volunteers within classroom.
• Be familiar with Head Start Performance Standards and Fond du Lac Reservation policies.

• Appropriate work attire is required.
• Must attend all mandatory department trainings.
• Ensures confidentiality of financial records and all records for employees and/or clients.
• Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems.
• Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers.
• Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community.
• Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.

• Child Care (nine-month and year-round);
  Child Care Teachers work with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years as part of the Extended Day Program as well as Stand Alone Center Based Child Care.
• No Driver’s License Required.
• Required Credentials: CDA, AA or BA in Early Childhood or related field or the ability to qualify under Fond du Lac Reservation Child Care Requirements (a combination of education and experience) is required.
• OR
• High School Diploma / G.E.D and experience in childcare. Willingness to complete infant toddler/child development coursework as soon as possible.
• Meet the needs of all children including those at risk, those with special needs, those who are gifted, and those who are culturally diverse.
• Knowledge of computer applications to include word processing, data base and/or data entry, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
• Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships on all projects and with all parties involved.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Fond du Lac Reservation’s Personnel Policies.
• Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
• Subject to immunization review and submitted proof of required vaccinations.
• Some travel is required.

• Normal physical requirements, including the ability to lift, carry, or restrain a child.
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping and sitting on the floor with children may be necessary.
• Ability to pass annual physical examination.
• All vaccinations must be kept current.

The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Nagaajiwanaang ( Where the water stops ), is one of the six Bands of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe and a proud sovereign Ojibwe nation. We strive to be a diverse ,…