Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $17.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Porter-Leath is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and families in the Memphis, Tennessee area through comprehensive early childhood education and family support services. As a Head Start program provider, Porter-Leath offers programs that promote children's development in a nurturing and safe environment, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive. The organization is committed to maintaining high standards of care, nutrition, and education while complying with all relevant health and safety regulations to create a supportive atmosphere for both children and families. Porter-Leath emphasizes collaboration among staff and community partners to provide holistic support... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma
- Two years of relevant work experience with preschoolers ages 3-5
- Maintain a valid driver’s license with good driving record and appropriate insurance
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Work in a non-smoking environment
- Willingness to follow standards set by Head Start and regulatory agencies
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Child Development Associate credential preferred
- Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
- Previous Head Start experience preferred
- Two years of relevant work experience with preschoolers ages 3-5
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Job Duties
- Perform according to Head Start, NAEYC, CACFP, USDA, Tennessee Child Care Licensing and Porter-Leath standards in food service and classroom
- Provide classroom coverage for Teachers and Assistant Teachers when absent
- Assume responsibility as primary caregiver for a group of children including those with special needs
- Act as a role model and mentor to clients and families
- Inform Supervisor and Manager of programmatic issues promptly
- Collaborate with staff to create a positive, enriching, and safe environment
- Assist in delivering health, nutrition, disability, education, and family support services
- Implement daily educational procedures and ensure activities meet children’s emotional, social, intellectual, and physical needs
- Coordinate with nutrition and health staff to meet special diet requirements
- Prepare and serve meals according to menu, USDA guidelines, and sanitation standards
- Maintain records of attendance, meal counts, and produce necessary reports
- Conduct parent/teacher conferences and home visits
- Assist with child evaluations, screenings, assessments, and maintain student files
- Attend professional development sessions and implement learned strategies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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