JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY HEAD START / HEAD START / ECE POSITION SUMMARY: This position serves in a classroom to provide an appropriate social and emotional environment in order to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. Provides daily guidance to classroom staff. Works in a classroom-based setting with typically and atypically developing children. Position may be reassigned to various classrooms/centers as deemed necessary for program operations. REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE – EARLY HEAD START TEACHER I: • High School Diploma / GED and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), or equivalent; OR • High School Diploma / GED and a one year certificate in Early Childhood Education upon hire; OR • AA/AAS degree with 29 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants/toddlers; OR • BA/BS degree with 45 credits in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching infants/toddlers; OR • AA/AAS, BA/BS or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Multicultural Education, Child Development. • It is the responsibility of the employee to renew the Child Development Associate (CDA) before the expiration date, as appropriate. • Previous experience working in early childhood with children ages birth through three years preferred. • Bilingual Spanish or Navajo 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. EARLY HEAD START IN-SERVICE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: For those assigned to work with infants and toddlers, the following trainings are required: • Training in safety issues. • Training in effective communication with infants, toddlers, their parents, and other staff. 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 EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability