PAY RANGE: $18.00 - $18.94 hourly, dependent upon education JOB CATEGORY: CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / EARLY 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