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Early Head Start Teacher
Kawerak, Inc.
Elim, AK
KAWERAK POSITION DESCRIPTION DIVISION: Education, Employment, and Supportive Services DEPARTMENT: Head Start/Early Head Start JOB TITLE: Early Head Start Teacher POSITION STATUS: Regular, Full-Time EXEMPT STATUS: Non-exempt PAY SCALE GRADE: 8T – No CDA/E, 10-CDA , 11-AA, 13-BA REPORTS TO: Program Specialist Early Head Start is a federal program designed to assist children to prepare for Pre-School, Head Start, and formal education in the public school system. The Early Head Start Teacher implements the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act and follows all applicable federal and state licensing regulations. This position is required to meet all Early Head Start educational qualifications. BRIEF SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain a professional attitude, be responsible, dependable, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations including the Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, applicable federal and state licensing regulations, the Child & Adult Care Food Program, and Kawerak agency and Head Start policies and procedures. Plan and follow a schedule of daily activities, with Teaching Team, which integrates child health and safety, nutrition, early childhood development (including teacher directed, child directed, and gross motor classroom activities), child mental health, and family and community partnerships to ensure the developmental needs of individual children are met. Use a team approach with parents and staff to develop individualized activities to meet the children’s needs. Conduct and document observations, screenings, assessments and complete student checkpoints as required. Proactively plan and prepare developmentally appropriate classroom materials and lesson plans that include Native culture, heritage, and language; create and update learning centers as needed to promote development of children. Ensure that children are supervised at all times with a one to four, teacher to student ratio. Maintain on-going contact with families; integrate educational goals that are developmentally appropriate. Facilitate Family Style Dining during all meals served at the center in compliance with CACFP, Infant Feeding Guidelines, and parent input. Facilitate daily gross motor activities. Conduct two home visits per year and two parent teacher conferences per year. Collaborate with speech and physical therapists, nurses, social workers and other relevant professionals to promote quality services to children. Use appropriate guidance techniques consistent with early childhood education practices. Participate in meetings and trainings with staff, parents, community partners, and other professionals as required. Maintain updated confidential child files and parent signatures. Attend meetings and maintain records of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) or Individual Education Plans (IEP) and assist in the coordination of on-going services for children. Maintain correspondence with all parents through monthly memos, newsletters and/or activity calendars. Work as a team with classroom co-workers, core staff specialists, and assigned family advocate to meet the needs of children and families. Read work related emails to communicate with core staff and other co-workers. Complete and submit all reports or paperwork to central office according to timelines. Ensure the health and safety of all children in care, including but not limited to procedures on diapering, toileting, hand washing, suspected child abuse and neglect, illness and communicable disease policies, and indoor/outdoor environment checks. Share responsibilities for cleaning and minor maintenance of building and outside play areas (daily vacuuming, sweeping, bathroom and furniture sanitation, snow removal, dusting shelves and equipment, washing windows and spot safety checkup). Complete and update an annual professional development plan to meet and maintain education and training requirements. Other duties as assigned by the Program Specialist or designee. QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED and hold a current Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR comparable credential, and have been trained or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant toddler development. If applicant does not have a CDA credential or comparable credential with required training/coursework, he/she must develop a professional development plan that includes submitting a CDA application within 1 year of hire. Must be 18 years of age by date of hire. Experience working with young children preferred. Must possess good oral and written communication skills. Must complete and submit a work physical upon hire and every five years after hire. Current First Aid and Infant/Child (Pediatric) CPR certification. If not current, must be willing to obtain certification within 6 weeks of hire. Current State of Alaska Food Worker’s Card. If not, must be willing to obtain one within 2 weeks of hire. Resident of the community given preference. This position is aCovered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act AS 47.05.310-47.05.390, 7 AAC 10.900-10.990, and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 USC 3201-3211 (ICPA). A background check clearance is required, including fingerprints, and the employee’s name will be submitted to the Background Check Unit of the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services and entered into their central registry. Barrier Crimes Act and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position Native Preference per Public Law 93-638 Approved (5-16-2023) SLOTTING: 8T-8B: High School Diploma/GED No CDA or CDA Equivalency 10: High School Diploma/GED plus CDA or CDA Equivalency 11: AA in Early Childhood Education 13: BA in Early Childhood Education or equivalency #J-18808-Ljbffr
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WX WORKER II - Elim
Rural Alaska Community Action Program
Elim, AK
Vacancy Name WX WORKER II - Elim Vacancy No VN659 Employment Type Temporary Location Elim Salary Range 25.00 Salary Period Hourly Benefits Job Details The Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc., (RurAL CAP), founded in 1965, is a private, statewide, nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of life for low-income Alaskans. We represent every region of the state as one of the largest and most diverse nonprofit organizations in Alaska. We value input from and have respect for all people. We believe that Alaskans have the right to maintain their cultural heritage and close relationship to the land while protecting their economic and human potential. Our programs in early education, housing, and health and well-being serve to alleviate the root causes of poverty. We deliver innovative, community-driven solutions in response to Alaska's most challenging needs while supporting vulnerable individuals and communities statewide. JOB SUMMARY: Crewmember,installs materials in accordance with applicable codes, specifications and manufacturer's instructions using basic construction materials and techniques. This job is in Elim, Alaska and is a temporary/seasonal position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Removes, installs, and replaces various residential building materials as directed including doors, windows, insulation, flooring, skirting, vents, caulking, weatherproofing and roofing. Utilizes appropriate carpentry / construction skills and techniques to install building materials OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Loads and unloads barges, aircraft, trucks, container vans as required. Delivers materials from staging area, van houses. Maintains and secures all tools and equipment provided by RurAL CAP. Performs other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Two (2) years general carpentry/weatherization experience or two year certification/apprenticeship. Knowledge of and demonstrated safe use of all necessary tools. Able to understand and follow instructions and comply with policy and procedures including safety regulations. Willing and capable of learning new tasks. Able to function with direct supervision. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow established policies and procedures. Ability to manage work time well, prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy and tact. Ability to establish a good rapport with people of diverse cultures and belief systems. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Must demonstrate sound judgment, professional boundaries, ethics, and ability to maintain confidentiality. WORK ENVIRONMENT/JOB CONDITIONS: Agency is a mandated tobacco, drug and alcohol-free workplace. Develops and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships with others. Uses computers and computer programs effectively to enter data, create spreadsheets and process information, and, develop documents, program and training materials. Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work. Communicates with others outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, and other external sources in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail in keeping with current policies & procedures. Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: desktop computer, telephone, copier, PC printer, and fax machine. Exposure to outdoor elements. Exposure to dust, mud, dirt and low light conditions. Maintains and secures all tools and equipment provided by RurAL CAP. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly to grasp, type, see, talk, hear, and lift and carry [enter weight here] pounds of weight by utilizing proper lifting techniques and working in a safe manner. This position will also be performing physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling materials. Occasionally performs sedentary activities that require sitting for long periods and repetitive use of hands, wrists and arms for handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things. Must be in good general health and free from serious physical, mental health and/or substance abuse problems. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: This job is in Elim, Alaska and is a temporary/seasonal position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or hours vary with location. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND REQUIRED EDUCATION: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprints. Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance. Proven ability and willingness to be self-directed in problem-solving and decision-making and perform basic assignment with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member. Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations. Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements. (Positions that require the employee to drive - i.e., running errands, going from site to site, etc.) Must have a valid driver's License and maintain a valid driver's license throughout the course of employment. Must provide a copy of current driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles annually. (Positions that require the employee to drive - i.e., running errands, going from site to site, etc.) Must have an insured vehicle, present proof of insurance, and maintain proof of insurance throughout the course of employment. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Two to three years of experience working in construction related fields High school diploma or GED. Able to function without direct supervision.
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