Teacher Assistant - Head Start

Presbyterian Medical Services

Santa Fe, NMFull time

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Location: Santa Fe, NM
Job type: Full time
Posted: Oct 9; 10 days ago

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Presbyterian Medical Services

Medical practice · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

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.

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What you'll do

Assist the teaching team with the orderly functioning of the classroom and provide an appropriate social-emotional environment that supports children's learning and growth.
May be reassigned to various classrooms or centers as needed.

What you need

18 years or older.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.<ul><li>Must have one of the following:
Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children;OR
State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers including the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC);OR
One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR
Office of Head Start approved CDA equivalent; OR
enrolled within ten business days of hire in one of the above programs that will be completed within two years; OR
an Associate or Bachelor’s degree (in any area) or enrolled in a program leading to such a degree.
Must complete a 45 hour entry level course or an approved three credit early care and education course or equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children Youth & Families Department prior to or within six months of hire.
Experience working with children ages birth through five years in an early childhood environment preferred.
Bilingual Spanish / English or Navajo / English preferred.
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.
Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies).
TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
Criminal Background Checks.
All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
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.
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
All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
Education: a high school diploma, an associate degree, a bachelor's degree or a professional certificate

Key skills

Child Development Associate (CDA)Early Childhood EducationFirst AidBLS/CPRBilingual Spanish / EnglishBilingual Navajo / English

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Perks

Nine paid holidays
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

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JOB CATEGORY: CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARY HEAD START / HEAD START / CHILDREN'S SERVICES POSITION SUMMARY : This position works as part of a teaching team to assist in the orderly functioning of the classroom to provide an appropriate social-emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Position may involve the reassignment to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 18 years or older. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Must have one of the following: Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children;OR State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers including the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC);OR One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR Office of Head Start approved CDA equivalent; OR enrolled within ten business days of hire in one of the above programs that will be completed within two years; OR an Associate or Bachelor’s degree (in any area) or enrolled in a program leading to such a degree. Must complete a 45 hour entry level course or an approved three credit early care and education course or equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children Youth & Families Department prior to or within six months of hire. Experience working with children ages birth through five years in an early childhood environment preferred. Bilingual Spanish / English or Navajo / English 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. 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. BONUSES $100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. 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 BONUSES All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability