Mid-Sioux Opportunity Inc·Sioux Center, Iowa
The Assistant Teacher provides a high-quality educational environment for preschool children following specific curriculums and safety standards. They collaborate with the Team Leader to implement lesson plans, conduct assessments, and maintain positive relationships with families.
Department: Head Start
Reports to: Team Leader/Teacher – Sioux Center
Primary Work Location: Le Mars
Yes. 1020.
Hours are subject to change based on financial and program requirements.
Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood or Child Care Supervision & Management.
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education or related field.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or willing to obtain within 18 months of hire.
Able to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, push and pull regularly.
Lift up to 15 pounds often; lift up to 30 pounds occasionally; lift over 30 pounds rarely.
Submit to the Department of Human Services Criminal History and a Request for Child Abuse Information Records Check prior to employment and every two (2) years thereafter.
Submit to FBI National Fingerprint Criminal History Check prior to hire and every four (4) years thereafter.
Submit to a Motor Vehicle Records check prior to employment and every year thereafter.
Complete a DHS Physical Exam prior to employment and every 3 years.
Complete a Tuberculosis Screening or Assessment prior to employment.
Complete mandatory reporter training within 3 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
Adhere to HS/EHS Standards of Conduct.
Sign and maintain required confidentiality statement.
Must have a valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation.
Attend required in-services, trainings, orientations and meetings.
Must be able to complete job duties as described with reasonable accommodations.
Market context
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