Employment

PROGRAM: Head Start
POSITION(S): Substitute Teacher
LOCATION: All Big Five Head Start Locations
ENTRY LEVEL SALARY: $10.81 hourly

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting in the Head Start program in any capacity required by the absence of a regular employee. This may be assisting in the classroom, family services, food service, custodial or clerical work. Assists with the children in any area as required. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Must demonstrate capacity for effectively caring for pre-school aged children and must be free of any communicable diseases and have no criminal record as verified by the OSBI and DHS. Must obtain and maintain First Aide and CPR certification within thirty days of employment. Must have current drivers license, proof of automobile vehicle insurance, and a good driving record is required.

PROGRAM:  Head Start – NW Counties     

POSITION(S): Health Specialist

LOCATION:  Covers all NW Counties                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the Head Start Health Services Program.  Responsible for linking Head Start families with an ongoing system of health care, assisting parents in the selection of health providers, counseling them about child or family health problems, and promoting parent involvement in all aspects of the health program.  Negotiates with the Health Advisory Committee and local health care professionals and service providers to ensure that services for families are available and accessible.  Reviews, evaluates and interprets health records and other vital health service data.  Promotes health and safety practices in the program and coordinates safety and sanitation procedures, first aide and emergency medical procedures.  Shares in the responsibility for the care, safety and well being of all children in the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years of age and have obtained a High School Diploma or GED. Individual from RN, LPN, LPV field highly preferred.  College level courses in Early Childhood and the Health field desired. Two years of experience in working with pre-school age children required.  Must have good communication skills and be capable of working productively as a team member with other Head Start employees, families and professionals.  Must have dependable transportation to travel throughout the Big Five Head Start area.  Must comply with agency policies and procedures. Position will be located in Central or Northwest Oklahoma. Eligible applicants must pass a DHS Background review. Pre-employment drug testing required. Must have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license, proof of automobile liability insurance and a good driving record. Within 30 days of employment must be Pediatric first aid and CPR certified. Employment is conditional pending immediate enrollment in Head Start Orientation. Ability to respond appropriately (both mentally and physically) to an emergency or a crisis situation. Daily kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children's needs. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                      

POSITION(S):  Teacher Aide (10 Month)

LOCATION:  Enid – Carver Early Childhood Center                                            

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher with the planning and delivery of the educational program, as well as with providing appropriate positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with the supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground, and with regard to transportation. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer Bachelors and/or AA Degree. Two years of childcare or Head Start experience preferred. Must have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Must be free of communicable diseases and have no criminal history as verified by DHS Office of Background investigation. Must have current Oklahoma drivers license and vehicle insurance.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                     

POSITION(S):  Teacher Aide (10 Month)

LOCATION:  Alva                                  

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher with the planning and delivery of the educational program, as well as with providing appropriate positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with the supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground, and with regard to transportation. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer Bachelors and/or AA Degree. Two years of childcare or Head Start experience preferred. Must have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Must be free of communicable diseases and have no criminal history as verified by DHS Office of Background investigation. Must have a current Oklahoma driver’s license and vehicle insurance.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                

POSITION(S):  Teacher Aide – Floater (10 month position)

LOCATION:  Enid Area                                              

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher with the planning and delivery of the educational program, as well as with providing appropriate positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with the supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground, and with regard to transportation. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer Bachelors and/or AA Degree. Two years of childcare or Head Start experience preferred. Must have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Must be free of communicable diseases and have no criminal history as verified by DHS Office of Background investigation. Must have current Oklahoma drivers license and vehicle insurance.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                

POSITION(S):  Teacher Aide – Floater (10 Month)

LOCATION:  Woodward Area                                               

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher with the planning and delivery of the educational program, as well as with providing appropriate positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with the supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground, and with regard to transportation. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer Bachelors and/or AA Degree. Two years of childcare or Head Start experience preferred. Must have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Must be free of communicable diseases and have no criminal history as verified by DHS Office of Background investigation. Must have current Oklahoma drivers license and vehicle insurance.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                

POSITION(S):  Teacher Aide – Floater (10 Month)

LOCATION:  Laverne Area                                                   

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher with the planning and delivery of the educational program, as well as with providing appropriate positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with the supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground, and with regard to transportation. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer Bachelors and/or AA Degree. Two years of childcare or Head Start experience preferred. Must have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Must be free of communicable diseases and have no criminal history as verified by DHS Office of Background investigation. Must have current Oklahoma drivers license and vehicle insurance.

PROGRAM:  Head Start-NW      

POSITION(S):  Family Advocate/Area Supervisor

LOCATION: Position covers Hennessy Head Start and Summerhill EHS Collaboration    

JOB SUMMARY:  As a Family Advocate, is responsible for providing assistance to families with children in the Big Five Head Start program. As an Area Supervisor, is responsible for the supervision of Head Start center.  Monitors compliance with Head Start Standards and state mandated requirements.  Provides for substitute back up in the absence of regular employees.  Evaluates performances of employees and performs disciplinary measures as needed.  Assists in the hiring of new employees. Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of all the children enrolled in the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a High School diploma or GED.  Must have at least two years of experience in Head Start or in a family support position.  Must have within eighteen months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field. Prefer some college education in Early Childhood Development or Social Services and work experience in program to assist low-income families.  Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work with all levels of clientele and administration. Must have valid Oklahoma driver’s license, vehicle liability insurance and a good driving record in order to travel extensively to area Head Start centers and service providers.           

PROGRAM:  Head Start-NW      

POSITION(S):  Family Advocate/Area Supervisor

LOCATION: Position Covers Laverne and Buffalo Areas.     

JOB SUMMARY:  As a Family Advocate, is responsible for providing assistance to families with children in the Big Five Head Start program. As an Area Supervisor, is responsible for the supervision of Head Start center.  Monitors compliance with Head Start Standards and state mandated requirements.  Provides for substitute back up in the absence of regular employees.  Evaluates performances of employees and performs disciplinary measures as needed.  Assists in the hiring of new employees. Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of all the children enrolled in the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a High School diploma or GED.  Must have at least two years of experience in Head Start or in a family support position.  Must have within eighteen months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field. Prefer some college education in Early Childhood Development or Social Services and work experience in program to assist low-income families.  Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work with all levels of clientele and administration. Must have valid Oklahoma driver’s license, vehicle liability insurance and a good driving record in order to travel extensively to area Head Start centers and service providers.           

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                

POSITION(S):  Teacher Aide – Floater (10 Month)

LOCATION:  Yukon Area                                           

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher with the planning and delivery of the educational program, as well as with providing appropriate positive guidance and discipline.  Assist with the supervision of children in the classroom, on the playground, and with regard to transportation. Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Prefer Bachelors and/or AA Degree. Two years of childcare or Head Start experience preferred. Must have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. Must be free of communicable diseases and have no criminal history as verified by DHS Office of Background investigation. Must have current Oklahoma drivers license and vehicle insurance.